About Epicurus
Epicurus (341–270 BCE) was an ancient Greek philosopher and the founder of Epicureanism, a school of philosophy that emphasized the pursuit of happiness through the cultivation of friendships, moderation, and the attainment of knowledge. He taught that pleasure, defined as the absence of pain and disturbance, is the highest good, and he encouraged his followers to seek a simple life and the enjoyment of simple pleasures. Epicurus’ ideas influenced later philosophical thought and continue to resonate in discussions about ethics and the nature of happiness.
