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Epicurus
Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the philosophical school of Epicureanism, which taught that management of one's desires, removal of unnecessary fears, friendship, and virtuous living led to a pleasant life and constant happiness, the highest good.
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culture · Ancient Greek philosopher (341–270 BC) · philosopher · writer · also Epicurus, Epikouros, Epíkouros
Born 342 BC · Died 270 BC · Q43216
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2026· 5 entries
The Economic Times: Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'He who has peace of mind disturbs...' Life lessons from inspirational quote on inner balance, hard work, self-disturbance, peace, kindness and ...
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mronline.org: On Breaking the Bonds of Fate: Epicurus and Marx: An Interview with John Bellamy Foster (Part 3)
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as.com: Epicurus, Greek philosopher, “He who needs tomorrow least is the one who most gladly moves towards it”
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2025· 1 entry
Star-News: The story of Epicurus shows how propaganda can have lasting impacts | Opinion
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2020· 1 entry
The Times of Israel: Epicurus was not as bad as he is portrayed
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1888· 1 entry
Another collection of eighty-one Epicurean sayings was discovered in a manuscript in the Vatican Library, now commonly referred to as the Vatican Sayings, which repeats many of the Principal Doctrines and likely preserve
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