07-18-2010, 12:47 PM
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In the ancient Greek world, philosophy was not just about thinking; it was more about living. The aim of the exercise was to live well, not just to think clearly.
This meant that philosophers like Plato and Epicurus were held in high regard as great teachers or gurus. People would come to Athens to sit at their feet and learn how to flourish as human individuals. Philosophy was a kind of therapy; philosophers often taught a kind of self-help.
During the fourth century BCE, six major varieties of philosophy emerged. They were known as schools, each with its own leader, character and answers to the big questions of life.
The following questionnaire is designed to reveal something of your own preferences, and so match you up to the individual who might suit you best as your philosophy-guru.
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My answer:
Your recommended philosophy-guru is PYRRHO OF ELIS.
Key fact: Pyrrho is traditionally known as the founder of the Sceptical school of philosophy.
Must have: Patience with yourself.
Key promise: Tranquillity born of suspending disbelief.
Key peril: Trying to hold onto little in life can be tough.
Most likely to say: "Don't worry: be happy."
Least likely to say: "There is an answer to everything."
Not convinced he's for you? Learn about the other philosophy-gurus of antiquity!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqHUmMBGZlU&feature=player_embedded
In the ancient Greek world, philosophy was not just about thinking; it was more about living. The aim of the exercise was to live well, not just to think clearly.
This meant that philosophers like Plato and Epicurus were held in high regard as great teachers or gurus. People would come to Athens to sit at their feet and learn how to flourish as human individuals. Philosophy was a kind of therapy; philosophers often taught a kind of self-help.
During the fourth century BCE, six major varieties of philosophy emerged. They were known as schools, each with its own leader, character and answers to the big questions of life.
The following questionnaire is designed to reveal something of your own preferences, and so match you up to the individual who might suit you best as your philosophy-guru.
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My answer:
Your recommended philosophy-guru is PYRRHO OF ELIS.
Key fact: Pyrrho is traditionally known as the founder of the Sceptical school of philosophy.
Must have: Patience with yourself.
Key promise: Tranquillity born of suspending disbelief.
Key peril: Trying to hold onto little in life can be tough.
Most likely to say: "Don't worry: be happy."
Least likely to say: "There is an answer to everything."
Not convinced he's for you? Learn about the other philosophy-gurus of antiquity!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqHUmMBGZlU&feature=player_embedded
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