Epicurus
Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the philosophical school of Epicureanism, which espoused the pursuit of happiness through the cultivation of friendships, the enjoyment of simple pleasures, and the pursuit of knowledge. He argued that the goal of life is to achieve happiness and tranquility, free from pain and fear. Epicurus emphasized that happiness is a personal pursuit, leading individuals to seek their own path to fulfillment, contrasting with the modern view that happiness can be a collective endeavor supported by societal structures.
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