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This subforum is devoted to the Principal Doctrines of Epicurus.  Please note:

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  • ** If you would like to make a comment or ask a question that concerns them all, please use the "General" subforum below. 

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  • ** Click here for a listing of all Principle Doctrine threads in order by doctrine 
  • ** Click here for a full list of the text of all Principal Doctrines.

 

** The Vatican List Of Sayings Of Epicurus **

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    1. Commentary On The Principal Doctrines And Vatican Sayings

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    1. PD21 - Commentary and Interpretation 2

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    1. PD01 - Best Translaton Of PDO1 To Feature At EpicureanFriends? 42

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