Epicurus
Why are the pillars of Epicurus' teachings?
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34 mins
Discover more about famous Athenian philosopher Epicurus and his school of thought 'The Garden', in this skoob. Also learn about his positive perspective on old age, and the potential for happiness and fulfillment in later life, free from physical pain and mental distress.
Ep 1:
What Were the Pillars of Epicurus' Philosophy?
Ep 2:
What Made Epicurus' 'The Garden' School Ahead Of Its Time?
Discussions (12)
Benjamin
Level 7 · 9 mo agoThe advice to avoid politics is solid. Epicurus understood that public ambition introduces uncompensated risk. It is basically a strategy to minimize volatility and preserve your peace of mind.
Peregrine
Level 2 · 8 mo agoThe pod is right that the soul is just material atoms. When the body breaks down the soul scatters. It's basically game over with no afterlife pain.
Dean
Level 5 · 9 mo agoEpicurus said touch grass
