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Paul Thyry (Baron D'Holbach / Mirabaud) - French / German Sympathizer With Some Epicurean Ideas 44
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Can you seek happiness and be full of joy when there is a war in Europe? Wes Cecil podcast. 42
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Another mainstream article claiming ataraxia is the goal 40
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What Are The Possible Reasons (And Of These, The Most Likely) Why The List of 40 Principal Doctrines Does Not Feature A Statement Explicitly Stating Pleasure To Be The Goal of Life? 39
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Prolepsis / Anticipations As Epicurus' Answer to the MENO Problem 34
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[Toby Sherman's Ancient Guide To Modern Well-being] That article I mentioned at the on line Wednesday 8/17 meeting 34
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