Epicureanism Ancient History of Philosophy

Established by Epicurus in 306 BCE, just outside the walls of Athens. Epicureanism consisted of a way of life directed at worldly happiness and an atomistic account of the exclusively material nature of reality. Atomism, it was argued, was true. Hence the way pointed out by Epicurus could be presented as not merely psychologically satisfying, but in accord with the true nature of things. Diogenes Laertius cited Epicurus' works as 'the beginning of happiness'.

• - A society for Epicurian enthusiasts.
  
• - Resources on Epicurus and Epicureanism. Includes book excerpts, articles and encyclopedia entries.
  
• - Using Epicurian philosophy.
  
• - Original and translated texts of Lucretius and Epicurus. General background information and commentary on Epicureanism.
  
  

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