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Why Justice Is The Cornerstone Of The Stoic Virtues | Billy Oppenheimer (Pt. 2)

The Daily Stoic

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Stoics' Political Engagement and Pursuit of Justice

The Stoics, known for their focus on personal development and mastery of emotions, were actively engaged in political matters and the pursuit of justice. Figures like Thomas Wentworth Higginson and other Stoics were deeply involved in major events of their time, such as supporting John Brown and leading black troops in the American Civil War. The contrast between Stoics and Epicureans lies in the Stoics' belief that personal development skills were crucial for engaging in the world's challenges, both physical and philosophical.

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