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Nero

Roman emperor, infamous for tyranny and persecution of Christians.

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Also known as Nero Caesar

First appearance: I

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In XIII: Implied as the current Caesar whose clemency is praised, though not named directly in the excerpt. Later, in On Clemency: The…

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XIII
Implied as the current Caesar whose clemency is praised, though not named directly in the excerpt.
On Clemency
The emperor to whom the treatise is addressed, urged to practice clemency.
Book I
Addressee of the treatise, portrayed as a merciful ruler.
I
The emperor to whom the book is dedicated; praised for his clemency and self-restraint.
Book II: On Clemency and the Nature of Mercy
Emperor praised for his saying 'Would that I had never learned my letters!' and his reluctance to execute brigands.
I
The emperor whose noble saying about not wanting to learn letters is recounted and praised.
II
Implied as the Caesar being addressed, urged to embody clemency and goodness.

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