Philosophy, mysticism, and poetry - all of this intertwines in the lecture about the works of Boethius. In the lecture "Boethius: Consoled by Philosophy," listeners will embark on an intellectual journey through the pages of one of the most mysterious texts of late Antiquity. The central theme of the discussion will be the work "Consolation of Philosophy" - a philosophical treatise written in prison shortly before the author's execution. Boethius, who lived at the crossroads of eras, combines in his text Stoicism, Platonism, and Roman cultural tradition. Surprisingly, there is not a single reference to Christian doctrine in the treatise - despite the fact that the author was canonized later. How is this possible? The lecture will propose a hypothesis explaining this mystery and will explore the philosophical reasons for such a choice. Maxim Veletsky, philosopher, writer, and author of the Telegram channel "Veletsky Notebooks," will discuss the key ideas of Boethius, the stylistic features of his work, and his influence on medieval thought. Participants will learn how ancient notions of ethics and free will intertwined with Christian tradition and why this text is still considered relevant. We share ideas on where to go in St. Petersburg this weekend.