Diogenes The Cynic, Freedom, And Living In A Barrel (Episode 144)
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied
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Diogenes the Cynic: Philosophy & Provocation
This chapter explores the life and philosophy of Diogenes the Cynic, detailing his journey from enslavement to his provocative existence in Athens. It highlights his embrace of cynicism as a challenge to societal norms, drawing parallels to Stoic thought on freedom and autonomy. Through Diogenes' radical actions and ideas, the chapter underscores the influence of his philosophy on later thinkers and the potential for moral revolutions stemming from a disdain for conventionality.
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