Epicurus
Ancient Greece Epicureanism
Biography
Ancient Greek philosopher and founder of Epicureanism. Taught that pleasure is the greatest good.
Life Dates
Born: February 4, 341 BCE
Died: January 1, 270 BCE
Notable Quotes
"Not what we have but what we enjoy constitutes our abundance."
"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not."
"Death does not concern us, because as long as we exist, death is not here."
"He who is not satisfied with a little, is satisfied with nothing."
"It is impossible to live a pleasant life without living wisely and well and justly."