- Epicureanism - Wikipedia
From this doctrine arose the Epicurean Epitaph: Non fui, fui, non sum, non curo ("I was not; I was; I am not; I do not care "), which is inscribed on the gravestones of his followers and seen on many ancient gravestones of the Roman Empire
- Epicureanism | Definition, History, Examples, Facts | Britannica
In principle, Epicurus’s ethic of pleasure is the exact opposite of the Stoic’s ethic of duty The consequences, however, are the same: in the end, the Epicurean is forced to live with the same temperance and justice as the Stoic
- EPICUREAN Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of EPICUREAN is of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism How to use epicurean in a sentence
- EPICUREAN Definition Meaning | Dictionary. com
EPICUREAN definition: fond of or adapted to luxury or indulgence in sensual pleasures; having luxurious tastes or habits, especially in eating and drinking See examples of epicurean used in a sentence
- Epicureanism - New World Encyclopedia
Although the modern terms “epicure” and “epicurean” imply self-indulgent hedonism, Epicurus advocated moderation and pointed out that over-indulgence of any kind results in pain and therefore should be avoided
- Epicureanism - A Beginners Guide to Philosophy, Happiness, and . . .
Epicurean thought suggests that gods, if they exist, live in a state of perfect tranquility and bliss, free from any concerns or obligations related to the universe or humanity Because of this detachment, gods do not interfere with mortal lives, natural events, or the workings of the cosmos
- Epicureanism - Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy
The foundation of the Epicurean theory of knowledge (‘Canonic’) is that ‘all sensations are true’ – that is, representationally (not propositionally) true
- Epicurus (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy)
An Epicurean sage, accordingly, would have no motive to violate the rights of others Whether the sage would be virtuous is perhaps moot; what Epicurus says is that he would live virtuously, that is prudently, honorably, and justly (the adverbial construction may be significant)
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