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Epicureanism:
System of philosophy based chiefly on the teachings of the Greek philosopher Epicurus. The essential doctrine of Epicureanism is that pleasure is the supreme good and main goal of life.
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  • Epicureanism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Epicureanism is a system of philosophy based upon the teachings of Epicurus (c. 341– c. 270 BC), founded around 307 BC. Epicurus was an atomic materialist, following in the steps ...

  • Epicureanism - Definitions from Dictionary.com

    Definitions of Epicureanism at Dictionary.com. ... 1. the philosophical system or doctrine of Epicurus, holding that the external world is a series of fortuitous combinations of ...

  • Epicureanism - Wiktionary

    Wikipedia. Epicureanism. A system of philosophy based upon the teachings of Epicurus (c. 340–c. 270 BC). A love or knowledge of enjoyment, especially of good food and drink.

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