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Epictetus: The Slave Who Became a Stoic Master
Epictetus, born around 50 AD in Hierapolis, Phrygia (modern-day Turkey), stands as one of the most remarkable figures in the history of Stoic philosophy. His journey from slavery to becoming one of the most influential philosophers of his time is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the transformative nature of philosophical…
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Seneca: The Stoic Philosopher Who Shaped an Empire
Lucius Annaeus Seneca, commonly known as Seneca the Younger, stands as one of the most influential figures in Stoic philosophy and Roman history. Born around 4 BC in Córdoba, Spain, Seneca’s life was a remarkable journey that saw him rise from a provincial background to become a renowned philosopher, statesman, and advisor to emperors. His…
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Marcus Aurelius: The Philosopher Emperor’s Enduring Legacy
In the pantheon of historical figures who have shaped Western thought, Marcus Aurelius stands as a colossus, bridging the worlds of power and philosophy. Born in 121 AD to an aristocratic Roman family, Marcus Aurelius would rise to become not just the emperor of Rome from 161 to 180 AD, but also one of the…