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Episode #011 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 2 - The Early Stoa and the Cynics

Philosophize This!

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Zeno's Journey: From Shipwreck to Stoicism

This chapter explores Zeno's transformation from a shipwreck survivor to a philosophical leader in Athens, highlighting his encounter with Cynicism through Crates and Diogenes. It emphasizes the Stoic ideals of self-sufficiency, virtue, and reason, illustrating the path to a tranquil life in harmony with nature while drawing parallels to modern struggles with addiction.

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