# Diogenes — Dialogues character guide

> Diogenes in Dialogues by Seneca.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Diogenes the Cynic

**First appearance:** 0001-i

## Who they are

Cynic philosopher known for his asceticism and sharp wit.

## In the story

### [XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dialogues_2_se/chapters/xxxviii)

A Stoic philosopher who, when spat upon while lecturing on anger, responded mildly and wisely, saying he was not angry but uncertain whether he should be.

### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dialogues_2_se/chapters/viii)

Praised for his security from loss; his slave ran away and he did not fetch him back, saying it was shameful that he could not live without Manes.

### [XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dialogues_2_se/chapters/xviii)

Mentioned as the Cynic philosopher who fought against bodily desires and was still criticized for not being poor enough.

### [Book V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dialogues_2_se/chapters/book-v)

Used as an example of one who could refuse Alexander's gifts, thus being superior in the contest of benefits.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dialogues_2_se/chapters/iv)

Described as walking naked through Macedonian treasures, superior to Alexander because he could refuse more than Alexander could give.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dialogues_2_se/chapters/vi)

Mentioned as one by whom Alexander was surpassed, as he could give nothing to or take nothing from Diogenes.

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