Epicurus

Ancient Greek philosopher.

An ancient Greek philosopher who founded a school emphasizing the pursuit of happiness through modest living, friendship, and freedom from fear. Contrary to later misconceptions, his teachings advocated for the absence of pain and the cultivation of inner tranquility rather than indulgent pleasure. His philosophy greatly influenced later ethical thought and concepts of well-being.

Epicurus Quotes about Soul

Let no one be slow to seek wisdom when he is young nor weary in the search of it when he has grown old. For no age is too early or too late for the health of the soul.
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The noble soul occupies itself with wisdom and friendship.
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Let no young man delay the study of philosophy, and let no old man become weary of it; for it is never too early nor too late to care for the well-being of the soul.
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Pleasure is the first good. It is the beginning of every choice and every aversion. It is the absence of pain in the body and of troubles in the soul.
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Neither one should hesitate about dedicating oneself to philosophy when young, nor should get tired of doing it when one's old, because no one is ever too young or too old to reach one's soul's healthy.
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The term "incorporeal" is properly applied only to the void, which cannot act or be acted on. Since the soul can act and be acted upon, it is corporeal.
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