Epicurus

Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the school of philosophy known as Epicureanism. Born in Samos in 341 BC, he spent much of his life in Athens, establishing a community focused on the pursuit of happiness through friendship, knowledge, and moderation of desires. His teachings emphasized the importance of simple pleasures and the avoidance of pain, advocating for a life of tranquility and philosophical contemplation. Epicurus's ideas on ethics, physics, and the nature of the gods have significantly influenced Western thought and continue to be explored today.