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Epicurus
Greek philosopher (341–270 BC), founder of the Epicurean school; though a doctrinal rival of the Stoics, Marcus cites his teaching that pain is neither unbearable nor everlasting.
Reading notes
- Meditations §7.64.1 Epicurus
Epicurus (341–270 BC), founder of the Epicurean school; cited here across school lines for the maxim that pain is neither unbearable nor everlasting.