There are two general methods of how one can approach ancient systems of thought like Epicureanism and Stoicism. The first is a top-down view, where … more
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"It is impossible for a man to learn what he thinks he already knows" or some Wisdom of the Ancients
@ 2013-02-10 – 15:02:10
We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them." - attributed often to Cato the Elder or Marcus Porcius … more -
What benefits are there in being an Epicurean?
@ 2013-02-07 – 14:04:36
[ ... ] Epicurus was or what Epicureanism is. However, at least these words do not carry the enormous ballast which the words "atheist" or "atheism" do ... more -
Could everyone have a philosophy and even a religion of their own?
@ 2012-02-15 – 23:31:54
Is a religion based on philosophy possible, or could a ready-made school of philosophy like Epicureanism form a basis for a modern religion too? Could … more -
Can philosophy replace religions as a source of moral guidance?
@ 2012-02-12 – 15:46:01
[ ... ] in Christianity. Epicureanism and Stoicism were the last and most developed schools of philosophy to emerge before the rise of Christianity. ... more -
Are Aristotle and Plato really the greatest of the Greek philosophers?
@ 2011-10-08 – 21:15:38
The Greek philosopher Epicurus did produce over 300 books, treatises and studies during his lifetime. Of these, only three short private letters and … more -
Why can we still benefit from ancient thinkers in solving current problems?
@ 2011-09-18 – 23:21:57
[ ... ] For example, Epicureanism was destroyed and erased by Christianity. Epicurus did become just a footnote in the history of the philosophy ... more -
Why death is nothing to us?
@ 2011-06-05 – 01:14:54
Death is nothing to us; for that which has been dissolved into it's elements experiences no sensations, and that which has no sensation is nothing to … more -
Why do we need higher ideals, even if we can never really reach them?
@ 2011-05-18 – 23:29:21
I have been a dedicated follower of the Epicurean ideals for a long time. This is true even if Epicureanism is not the only possible solution for our core … more -
Is it possible to live pleasantly without living wisely and honorably and justly?
@ 2011-01-03 – 23:51:27
[ ... ] ethics very nicely. Epicureanism is much more than just ethics and morality. It is a complete system for living as peaceful and undisturbed life. ... more
