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Ep. 15 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Marcus Aurelius and Jesus

Dr. John Vervaeke

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This chapter examines the cultural anxieties of the Hellenistic period following the Axial Revolution, highlighting the Epicurean and Stoic responses. It discusses how philosophy serves as a therapeutic tool to cope with mortality, emphasizing maturity and social responsibility in giving meaning to life.

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