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Epicurus S Pharmacy
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Author : Diego Fusaro
language : en
Publisher: Mimesis
Release Date : 2018
Epicurus S Pharmacy written by Diego Fusaro and has been published by Mimesis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Philosophy categories.
Since antiquity, Epicurus' thought has been compared to a powerful drug able to cure the pains of the soul that have always tormented man preventing him from living a peaceful existence: but we know that the Greek term pharmakon can be interpreted in its two opposite meanings of medicine and poison; and indeed, the same duplicity animates Epicurus' philosophy which, by acting as a medicine for the human soul, also has the effect of a poison, destroying from within, philosophy traditionally conceived as a disinterested contemplation of truth. The philosophical revolution undertaken by Epicurus as a fracture with respect to all the previous tradition, from Thales to Aristotle, coincides with an inversion of the traditional relation between man and cosmos, between theory and practice: the classic question "what is reality made of?" is replaced by the Epicurean question that is at the basis of his philosophical anthropocentrism: "how must reality be made and how should one understand it in order to be happy?". Each specific articulation of Epicurean philosophy is subordinate to the task of achieving a happy existence that is in no way inferior to any of the divine realities'.
Epicuro S Pharmacy
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Author : Diego Fusaro
language : en
Publisher: Mimesis
Release Date : 2019-01-18T00:00:00+01:00
Epicuro S Pharmacy written by Diego Fusaro and has been published by Mimesis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-18T00:00:00+01:00 with Philosophy categories.
Since antiquity, Epicurus’ thought has been compared to a powerful drug able to cure the pains of the soul that have always tormented man preventing him from living a peaceful existence: but we know that the Greek term pharmakon can be interpreted in its two opposite meanings of medicine and poison; and indeed, the same duplicity animates Epicurus’ philosophy which, by acting as a medicine for the human soul, also has the effect of a poison, destroying from within, philosophy traditionally conceived as a disinterested contemplation of truth. The philosophical revolution undertaken by Epicurus as a fracture with respect to all the previous tradition, from Thales to Aristotle, coincides with an inversion of the traditional relation between man and cosmos, between theory and practice: the classic question “what is reality made of?” is replaced by the Epicurean question that is at the basis of his philosophical anthropocentrism: “how must reality be made and how should one understand it in order to be happy?”. Each specific articulation of Epicurean philosophy is subordinate to the task of achieving a happy existence that is in no way inferior to any of the divine realities.
Oxford Handbook Of Epicurus And Epicureanism
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Author : Philip Mitsis
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2020-06-23
Oxford Handbook Of Epicurus And Epicureanism written by Philip Mitsis and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-06-23 with Philosophy categories.
The ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus (340-271 BCE), though often despised for his materialism, hedonism, and denial of the immortality of the soul during many periods of history, has at the same time been a source of inspiration to figures as diverse as Vergil, Hobbes, Thomas Jefferson, and Bentham. This volume offers authoritative discussions of all aspects of Epicurus's philosophy and then traces out some of its most important subsequent influences throughout the Western intellectual tradition. Such a detailed and comprehensive study of Epicureanism is especially timely given the tremendous current revival of interest in Epicurus and his rivals, the Stoics. The thirty-one contributions in this volume offer an unmatched resource for all those wishing to deepen their knowledge of Epicurus' powerful arguments about happiness, death, and the nature of the material world and our place in it. At the same time, his arguments are carefully placed in the context of ancient and subsequent disputes, thus offering readers the opportunity of measuring Epicurean arguments against a wide range of opponents--from Platonists, Aristotelians and Stoics, to Hegel and Nietzsche, and finally on to such important contemporary philosophers as Thomas Nagel and Bernard Williams. The volume offers separate and detailed discussions of two fascinating and ongoing sources of Epicurean arguments, the Herculaneum papyri and the inscription of Diogenes of Oenoanda. Our understanding of Epicureanism is continually being enriched by these new sources of evidence and the contributors to this volume have been able to make use of them in presenting the most current understanding of Epicurus's own views. By the same token, the second half of the volume is devoted to the extraordinary influence of Epicurean doctrines, often either neglected or misunderstood, in literature, political thinking, scientific innovation, personal conceptions of freedom and happiness, and in philosophy generally. Taken together, the contributions in this volume offer the most comprehensive and detailed account of Epicurus and Epicureanism available in English.
The Essential Epicurus
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Author : Epicurus
language : en
Publisher: Great Books in Philosophy
Release Date : 1993
The Essential Epicurus written by Epicurus and has been published by Great Books in Philosophy this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Philosophy categories.
Epicureanism is commonly regarded as the refined satisfaction of physical desires. As a philosophy, however, it also denoted the striving after an independent state of mind and body, imperturbability, and reliance on sensory data as the true basis of knowledge. Epicurus (ca. 341-271 B.C.) founded one of the most famous and influential philosophical schools of antiquity. In these remains of his vast output of scientific and ethical writings, we can trace Epicurus' views on atomism, physical sensation, duty, morality, the soul, and the nature of the gods.
Oxford Handbook Of Epicurus And Epicureanism
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Author : Phillip Mitsis
language : en
Publisher: Oxford Handbooks
Release Date : 2020
Oxford Handbook Of Epicurus And Epicureanism written by Phillip Mitsis and has been published by Oxford Handbooks this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020 with PHILOSOPHY categories.
This volume offers authoritative discussions of all aspects of the philosophy of Epicurus (340-271 BCE) and then traces Epicurean influences throughout the Western tradition. It is an unmatched resource for those wishing to deepen their knowledge of Epicureanism's powerful arguments about death, happiness, and the nature of the material world.
The Fourfold Remedy
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Author : John Sellars
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2021-01-07
The Fourfold Remedy written by John Sellars and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-01-07 with Philosophy categories.
What do we really need in order to live a happy life? An Epicurean antidote to anxiety Over two thousand years ago the Greek philosopher Epicurus offered a seemingly simple answer: all we really want is pleasure. Today we tend to associate the word 'Epicurean' with the enjoyment of fine food and wine and decadent self-indulgence. But, as philosopher John Sellars shows, these things are a world away from the vision of a pleasant life developed by Epicurus and his followers who were more concerned with mental pleasures and avoiding pain. Their goal, in short, was a life of tranquillity. In this uplifting and elegant book, Sellars walks us through the history of Epicureanism from a private garden on the edge of ancient Athens to the streets of Rome, showing us how it can help us think anew about joy, friendship, nature and being alive in the world.
Principal Doctrines
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Author : Epicurus
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2017-10-05
Principal Doctrines written by Epicurus and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-05 with categories.
Epicurus posited a materialistic physics, in which pleasure, by which he meant freedom from pain, is the highest good. Serenity, the harmony of mind and body, is best achieved, through virtue and simple living.
The Philosophy Of Epicurus
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Author : Epicurus
language : en
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Release Date : 2019-11-13
The Philosophy Of Epicurus written by Epicurus and has been published by Courier Dover Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-13 with Philosophy categories.
There's nothing new about wanting to live a mindful, simple life, and these writings by an ancient Greek sage recommend embracing sources of lasting satisfaction, such as friendship and philosophical inquiry.
Letters And Sayings Of Epicurus
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Author : Epicurus
language : en
Publisher: Barnes & Noble Publishing
Release Date : 2005
Letters And Sayings Of Epicurus written by Epicurus and has been published by Barnes & Noble Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Philosophy categories.
The Best Of Epicurus
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Author : Epicurus
language : en
Publisher: Classics Cave
Release Date : 2019-03
The Best Of Epicurus written by Epicurus and has been published by Classics Cave this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-03 with categories.
THE BEST OF EPICURUS presents Epicurus' own writings and teachings, as well as much of what remains about his life and philosophy from antiquity. It begins with an informative introduction, which, aside from explaining why we should care about Epicurus and the basic facts we should know about him, delves deeply into the big themes and ideas of his philosophy and way of life. THE BEST OF EPICURUS ends with a twelve-point Epicurean "Plan of Life," "Points of Wisdom from Epicurus," and three workbook or journal-style exercises for practice, along with "Other Matters of Interest Related to Epicurus," including a cast of significant ancient Epicureans, two maps, summaries of his major works, a glossary of pertinent Greek terms, and suggestions for further reading. CONTRARY TO WHAT the modern term "epicurean" implies, ancient Greek Epicureanism was anything but "fond of indulgence and devoted to sensual enjoyment." In this modern sense, Epicurus himself (c. 341-271 BC) was no "epicure." Rather, fan of a simple diet of barley cakes and water, he boasted that if he had these, he could compete with Zeus himself in terms of bliss. It has been said that Epicurus' "manner of life was much more like that of an abstemious monk." It's true. Epicurus proposed a deliberate way of life that would help men and women live well and be happy. The Epicurean path influenced countless individuals in the ancient Greek and Roman worlds for nearly a millennium. It is The Classics Cave's hope that we may still benefit from Epicurus and his wisdom today. WHAT IS THE Epicurean way of life? It is one centered on knowing well in order to live well. That-living well and being happy-is the goal. The means of achieving the goal are fairly straightforward however hard to practice. They are seeking wisdom. Sticking with the facts of reality. Desiring well. Enduring pain (if need be). Striving for self-sufficiency. Living simply. Cultivating the virtues. Nurturing friendship. With these, the long night of dread and anxiety begins to transition as the bright sun of tranquility appears. IF YOU ARE new to Epicurus and Epicureanism, you will come away fully understanding what this school of philosophy and way of life was all about. If you are already familiar with the school, we hope THE BEST OF EPICURUS will shed new light on what you know. If nothing else, you'll see how Epicurus and his philosophy are still relevant today.