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The Life Of Zeno The Prophet

Jun 11, 2023

Explore the transformative journey of Zeno of Citium, who evolved from a merchant into a profound philosopher. His shipwreck not only changed his life's course but also birthed the Stoic school in Athens. Discover the vital role of mentorship, as Zeno learns self-acceptance through a humorous mishap with lentil soup. Delve into his core beliefs on happiness and virtue, revealing the emotional depth of Stoicism and its relevance in everyday life.

23:29

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Zeno's Choice of Virtue

01:20

Zeno of Athens: A Citizen of the World Who Never Forgot Home

01:12

Intro

4min

From Shipwreck to Philosophy: The Transformation of Zeno

9min

Defying Social Status: A Journey of Transformation

2min

The Harmonious Philosophy of Zeno

12min

In today's audiobook reading, Ryan narrates a section of his own New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling book Lives of the Stoics: The Art of Living from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius, which he wrote with Stephen Hanselman. With this section, Ryan starts from the very beginning by profiling the founder of Stoicism, Zeno of Citium.

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