Stoicism On Fire

The Religious Nature of Stoicism – Episode 15

Jun 25, 2018
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INSIGHT

Modern Stoicism vs. Original Texts

  • Many people are surprised by Stoicism's religious nature when reading original texts.
  • Modern authors often ignore or discredit this aspect, misrepresenting Stoic philosophy.
ANECDOTE

Pigliucci's Fictional Debate

  • Massimo Pigliucci's book portrays a fictional conversation between himself and Epictetus.
  • In it, he "educates" Epictetus about modern science, undermining Stoic views.
INSIGHT

Stoicism as Religious Philosophy

  • Scholars like Edith Hamilton and Gilbert Murray considered Stoicism a religion or religious philosophy.
  • They emphasize its spiritual aspects and connection to a divine power.
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