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Epicurus
Hellenistic philosopher whose hedonistic ethics are contrasted with Cartesian rationalism.
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Also known as Epicurus
First appearance: selections from the principles of philosophy
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In Letter of the Author to the French Translator of the Principles of Philosophy Serving for a Preface: Cited as an example of those who…
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