Quite contrary to the modern-day meaning of the word epicurean--often associated with decadent and plentiful food--what the school of Epicurus taught was that man actually needed very little to be happy, as long as he had recourse to reason and [can] limit his desires #JennyOdell

- November 27, 2024

Quite contrary to the modern-day meaning of the word epicurean--often associated with decadent and plentiful food--what the school of Epicurus taught was that man actually needed very little to be happy, as long as he had recourse to reason and [can] limit his desires #JennyOdell
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Quite contrary to the modern-day meaning of the word epicurean--often associated with decadent and plentiful food--what the school of Epicurus taught was that man actually needed very little to be happy, as long as he had recourse to reason and [can] limit his desires #JennyOdell

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