Epicurean
Epicurean
Epicurean (pronunciation: /ˌepɪkjʊˈriːən/) is a term derived from the philosophy of the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus. The term has evolved to refer to a person who is devoted to sensual enjoyment, especially that derived from fine food and drink.
Etymology
The term 'Epicurean' is derived from the name of the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus, who founded the school of philosophy known as Epicureanism. The term was first used in English in the late 16th century to refer to a follower of Epicurus.
Related Terms
- Epicureanism: The philosophy of Epicurus, stating that the purpose of life is to seek out pleasure and avoid pain.
- Hedonism: A school of thought that argues that pleasure is the only intrinsic good.
- Materialism: The belief that physical matter is the only reality and that everything, including thought, feeling, mind, and will, can be explained in terms of matter and physical phenomena.
- Atomism: A type of thought, found in many different cultures, which holds that the universe is composed of two fundamental parts: indivisible atoms and empty space.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epicurean
- Wikipedia's article - Epicurean
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