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What comprised the empire of Rome in the second century of the Christian era?
What comprised the empire of Rome in the second century of the Christian era?
What was the condition of the provinces in the Roman Empire?
What was the condition of the provinces in the Roman Empire?
What was the duration of the happy period in the Roman Empire?
What was the duration of the happy period in the Roman Empire?
Who were the virtuous and able leaders of the Roman Empire?
Who were the virtuous and able leaders of the Roman Empire?
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What is the purpose of these chapters?
What is the purpose of these chapters?
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What will be described after the death of Marcus Antoninus?
What will be described after the death of Marcus Antoninus?
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Study Notes
The Roman Empire in the 2nd Century
- The Roman Empire was at its peak in the 2nd century, covering the most civilized parts of the earth and housing the most civilized people.
Territorial Extent and Military
- The empire's extensive borders were protected by ancient renown and disciplined valour.
Political and Social Structure
- The provinces were united through the gentle influence of laws and manners.
- The inhabitants of the provinces enjoyed wealth and luxury, but often abused these advantages.
- The Roman senate appeared to possess sovereign authority, with a decent reverence for the image of a free constitution.
Imperial Administration
- The public administration was successfully conducted by virtuous and able emperors, including Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, and the two Antonines, for over 80 years.
Historical Significance
- This period will be described in this and the next two chapters, highlighting the empire's prosperity.
- The subsequent decline and fall of the empire, starting from the death of Marcus Antoninus, will also be explored, a revolution still felt by nations today.
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This quiz is about the Roman Empire in the 2nd century, its extent, military, laws, and the life of its citizens. Test your knowledge of ancient Rome's power and influence.
