Happy New Year 2019!
Thanks to all who have read our posts in 2018. Let’s make 2019 the best ever for Epicurean philosophy! Join us for discussion and the latest for Epicurean projects at...
Author: Cassius Amicus
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Three Documented Examples Where Students of Epicurus Diverged From Their Teacher.
I am aware of three instances documented in the core ancient texts where the students of Epicurus divereged from his teachings. These three issues, along with the documentation, are as...
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After Religion and Death, The Third Greatest Threat To Happiness As The Highest Goal of Life
Suppose for a moment that you were asked this question: “What did Epicurus consider to be the most compelling arguments against setting ‘pleasure’ as the highest goal of life –...
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Happy Twentieth of December! – Merry Epicurean 25th!
Happy Twentieth of December! This is a time of year that can bring great happiness or great sadness, depending on one’s circumstances. Just like last year, I want to create...
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Happy Twentieth of November! My Latest Outline of Fundamentals
Happy Twentieth of November! Over the last month I have spent a considerable amount of time refining what I think is my most best summary of the fundamentals of Epicurean...
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A Man’s Neighbor And His Dog – by Elli Pensa
I have a story to tell you about a man’s neighbor and his dog, but first I would like to share with you some thoughts on Epicurean Doctrine 40: “As...
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My Best Summary As Of November 2018
After almost ten years of dedicated study of Epicurean philosophy, the best summary of the most important points I can produce is: 1 – There are no supernatural gods. 2...
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A Five Star Presentation of Epicurean Philosophy
I think it’s important that we begin to present Epicurean philosophy through podcasts and other audio-video means, so as a test I put together this basic presentation. I haven’t edited...
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Justice Is Not Absolute. Definitions Matter.
Justice is Not Absolute. PD33 “33. There never was such a thing as absolute justice….” Definitions Matter. One Man’s “Human Right” is another Man’s “Oppression”: “In the first place, Herodotus,...
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Star Conclusions of Epicurus
The usefulness of every bullet-point list has to be judged by its context and its target. The 40 Authorized Doctrines, for example, were clearly compiled for people who had a...