Episodes on Epicurus, Zeno of Citium, and Cleanthes introduce Hellenistic approaches to ethics, tranquility, reason, and living well.
Cleanthes of Assos, who lived from 330 to 230 BCE, was a pivotal figure in the development of Stoic philosophy, succeeding Zeno of Citium as its leader and contributing significantly to its ethical framework.…
Zeno of Citium, a Greek philosopher who lived in the early 3rd century BCE, is best known as the founder of Stoicism. Emerging from the cosmopolitan environment of Athens, Zeno's ideas were revolutionary in…
Epicurus, a prominent figure in the Hellenistic period, is often remembered for his teachings on happiness and the nature of pleasure, grounded in an ethical philosophy that emphasizes personal well-being and the pursuit of…
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