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David Fideler on Seneca and Deep Stoicism (Episode 42)

Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

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Gratitude and the Stoic Concept of God

This chapter explores the concept of gratitude in Stoicism, including different types of gratitude, such as personal, theistic, and cosmic existential gratitude. It delves into the ancient Stoic understanding of God as a pantheistic force, contrasting it with the theistic view. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of confronting death and grief to truly experience gratitude.

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