Diogenes of Sinope

Did comedy kill Socrates?

Greek Philosophers And Aristophanes

Greek Philosophers And Aristophanes This article is about Greek Philosophers And Aristophanes. Greek religion from at least the time of Hesiod had a divinity called Peace (Irene), and in this cult animal sacrifices were not allowed. Peace was depicted in sculpture as the mother of Wealth (Plutus). Many of the...

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Cynicism In Philosophy

Cynicism In Philosophy Cynicism is a school of thought of ancient Greek philosophy as practiced by the Cynics. For the Cynics, the purpose of life is to live in virtue, in agreement with nature. As reasoning creatures, people can gain happiness by rigorous training and by living in a way which is natural for...