Epicurus

Epicurus founded the philosophical school 'The Garden' in Athens, open to everyone, including women and slaves. His philosophy is aimed at achieving ataraxia — tranquility of the soul.

Contrary to popular misconception, Epicureanism is not a call for sensual pleasures. Epicurus taught that the highest pleasure is the absence of suffering and anxiety, achieved through moderation, friendship, and contemplation.

He freed people from the fear of death: 'While we exist, death is not; when death exists, we are not.'