The Emperor Julian's Oration to the Sovereign Sun : Kessinger Publishing : 9781161596588 : 1161596585 : 23 May 2010 : The Emperor Julian's Oration to the Sovereign Sun is a historical text written by Emperor Julian, also known as Julian the Apostate, in the 4th century AD. The book is a speech given by Julian to the Sun God, which was a popular deity in the Roman Empire during that time. In the speech, Julian praises the Sun God for its power and influence over the world, and also argues that the Sun God is the true source of divinity, rather than the Christian God. The book is considered an important historical document as it provides insight into the religious beliefs and practices of the Roman Empire during the 4th century AD. It also sheds light on the philosophical and theological ideas of Emperor Julian, who was known for his interest in Neoplatonism and his opposition to Christianity. The Emperor Julian's Oration to the Sovereign Sun is a fascinating read for anyone interested i