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-- Epictetus Epictetus was a Greek Stoic philosopher who lived from around 50 CE to 135 CE. Born into slavery in the city of Hierapolis in Phrygia (modern-day Turkey), Epictetus was eventually freed and became one of the most influential Stoic philosophers of his time. Epictetus taught that philosophy is a way of life and that the primary goal of philosophy is to help individuals live in accordance with nature and reason. His teachings emphasize the importance of focusing on what is within one's control (one's own actions and attitudes) and accepting what is not within one's control (external events and the actions of others) with equanimity. Unlike many philosophers, Epictetus did not write down his teachings. They were recorded by his disciple Arrian in two works: the "Discourses" and the "Enchiridion" (often translated as "The Handbook"). These texts have had a profound impact on the development of Stoic thought and have been influential in both ancient and modern philosophy. Epictetus' philosophy revolves around the idea that true freedom comes from understanding the nature of reality and living in harmony with it. He believed that external events are beyond our control, and that our perceptions, judgments, and reactions are what truly matter. His teachings emphasize the importance of virtue, self-discipline, and the pursuit of wisdom. Epictetus' ideas have had a lasting influence on Western philosophy, particularly in the realm of ethics. His works continue to be studied and respected for their practical wisdom and insights into human nature. #inspirationalquote #motivationalquote #wisdomquotes #lifelesson

Rand VS. Sartre My latest article is about the philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre. Sartre was an important figure to my personal journey with philosophy because he was one of the main subjects when we periodically studied philosophy in my Yeshiva. In this article I present some of the key elements within the philosophy of Sartre, then explain to the best of my knowledge what is wrong with it, and then comment on why I think it’s so popular in Jewish orthodox schools. Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/dzprTCZM

IS AFRICAN PHILOSOPHY A PHILOSOPHY? Wherever or whenever you hear, say Greek philosophy or philosophers, it's a mere grouping together of philosophical works of Greek descents or philosophers of Greek descent and not necessarily that it is a philosophy of its own. In this sense, it encompasses the works of Thales to Pythagoras to Socrates -to plato and even to Philosophers of today who might not even have gained popularity as much as their earlier forerunners. Just as when you hear of African philosophy, it should be a philosophical work of people of African descent and not another philosophy produced by Africa as a continent. ISN-ODP/FMP: Nebeolism-Igweism (2024/04/19)

Greek philosophy has profoundly shaped belief systems, cultural values, and legal codes worldwide. Its impact is particularly evident through the works of three towering figures: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. This article delves into the life and teachings of Socrates, whose ideas laid the foundation for Western philosophy and continue to resonate today. #Socrates #Philosophy #UniversitasHumanaeVitae

Our cultural roots are in philosophy. It's time to stop teaching mythology in schools as if it is truth. Philosophers have been wearing beards for a very long time. We have to stand for our civilisation. If we don't accept our intellectual roots and establish to our youth who we are we will be in problems. We accept what we don't know. We don't pretend to know. You can practice virtue and good ethics without God. God does not have a monopoly on virtue. Believing in God does not make you virtuous or knowledgeable. We have been scientific since Aristotle. We have been republican since Plato. We have been reasoning since Socrates. We are not a civilisation that can be tricked by claims to know God. We don't accept individuals claims to be from God or to know God. We acknowledge what we don't know with pure humility. Philosophers train warriors, like Alexandra the Great. We created the gym. We created communism and the free market. The youth must not be duped for a generation longer. Statues of the philosophers that shaped our civilisation should be in every city. https://lnkd.in/eHfD-nsR

Greek philosophy has profoundly shaped belief systems, cultural values, and legal codes worldwide. Its impact is particularly evident through the works of three towering figures: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. This article delves into the life and teachings of Socrates, whose ideas laid the foundation for Western philosophy and continue to resonate today. #Socrates #Philosophy #UniversitasHumanaeVitae

#LaoTzuQuotes Although many scholars doubt that there was an historical person named Lao Tzu - as there are similar doubts for several other religious and philosophical personalities, both in the East and in the West - the writings compiled in the Taoist tradition definitely offer a particularly practical way to approach life, not too dissimilar to the tenets of Greek and Roman Stoicism. Can you see some of the similarities?

The Greek philosopher Plato (l. 424/423 to 348/347 BCE) is recognized as the founder of Western philosophy, following his mentor, Socrates. He founded the Academy in Athens, traditionally considered the first university in the Western world, and established the tradition of philosophical dialogue, which formed the basis of Western philosophy and influenced later thinkers. The philosopher Alfred North Whitehead has famously referred to all philosophical thought after Plato’s time as "footnotes to Plato." This collection presents a brief survey of the development of Western philosophical thought from the Pre-Socratic philosophers through the Neo-Platonist philosopher Plotinus, whose work influenced the development of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. #Plato #Philosophy #GreekPhilosophy #History #WHE

Drawing Wisdom from Ancient Texts: Reflections on Justice and Morality - https://lnkd.in/dMmvUkWt Wisdom from Ancient Texts: Reflections on Justice and Morality

The first step is to embrace the need for new criteria, based on principles of Christianity rather than changing worldly fashions and fads. It means rectifying the definitions, challenging words whose meanings are false, invalid, and don’t correspond to reality. It means not only pointing out the way that corrupt political actors weaponize language like “victim” and “justice,” but also asserting a positive vision of those notions. It requires Christians willing to engage in Critical Theory on behalf of the Church rather than political, worldly factions, and if necessary to expel leaders and churches who insist on using perverted language against their fellow Christians. It means unplugging ourselves from the contemporary worldview in which secular academia and mass-media assign the meanings to our words and turning to ourselves for resources in a renaissance of authentic, explicitly-Christian philosophy.