Epicurus of Samos (341-270 BC), who flourished not long after Aristotle died, founded a school of philosophy that convened at his home and garden in Athens. Called 'the Garden', this school ...

Epicureanism was first espoused by 4th century Greek philosophy Epicurus, and posits “pleasure” as the supreme good of life. In Jones’ mind, Americans are epicurean in three key ways: ...

“Epicureanism could be a philosophy for today,” Gordon adds. “It is an honorable alternative to Christian teaching.” Epicurus: His Continuing Influence and Contemporary Relevance, printed by the RIT ...

Epicurus' s response to that would be that you haven't really been properly trained in philosophy. One of the things we must train ourselves to do is not to desire what we cannot have.

The charcoal-like lumps of papyrus could reveal the lost works of the Greek philosopher Epicurus—if people could figure out how to read them. Despite, or because of, their violent end, the ...

Epicurus’ perennial appeal resides in how his philosophy gave strength and inspiration to outsiders. In the late 19th century, aesthetes such as critic Walter Pater and playwright Oscar Wilde ...

It's an Ancient Greek philosophy known for its lessons on material existence and pleasure-seeking. So what might Epicureanism say about living well on social media and the internet?

Epicurus of Samos (341-270 BC), who flourished not long after Aristotle died, founded a school of philosophy that convened at his home and garden in Athens. Called 'the Garden', this school ...

Epicurus’ perennial appeal resides in how his philosophy gave strength and inspiration to outsiders. In the late 19th century, aesthetes such as critic Walter Pater and playwright Oscar Wilde ...