Epicurus vs. Bentham and Utilitarianism

Utilitarianism is generally considered to be "the greatest good for the greatest number." This forum is to compare Epicurus with the Utilitarians.

    2. Overlaps and differences between EP and John Stuart Mill's version of utilitarianism 1

      • Martin
      • August 20, 2019 at 11:00 AM
      • Martin
      • August 21, 2019 at 3:13 PM
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    4. Elayne

      August 21, 2019 at 3:13 PM

    2. Criticisms against Principle of Maximal Utility 11

      • Daniel Van Orman
      • May 18, 2018 at 10:08 AM
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    4. Hiram

      May 18, 2018 at 10:08 AM

    2. Daily Application of Principle of Maximum Utility 2

      • Daniel Van Orman
      • May 15, 2018 at 12:55 PM
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    4. Cassius

      May 15, 2018 at 12:55 PM

    2. Sidgwickianism - Henry Sidgwick and Utilitarian Analysis vs. Epicurus 1

      • Cassius
      • May 18, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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    4. Cassius

      May 18, 2026 at 7:34 PM

    2. JAMES MILNE / MILL, Mentor of Frances Wright 1

      • Cassius
      • May 14, 2020 at 3:57 PM
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    4. Cassius

      May 14, 2020 at 3:57 PM

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