Epicurus encouraged his followers to practice this philosophy surrounded by friends in a close-knit community, as he believed that this was the best way to explore Epicureanism. Instead, we know about his beliefs from a few fragments and letters, as well as lengthy books and passages on Epicurus from his followers and contemporaries.Įpicureanism is characterized by its desire to help people attain happiness ( eudaemonia) by living a tranquil life free from pain. Estimates claim that Epicurus wrote over 300 works during his lifetime, but unfortunately most of these are now lost. Like with many ancient philosophers, sadly very few of his works survive. Epicurus set up his own school of philosophy in Athens, which survived into the 4th century AD. He was the founder of Epicureanism, an ethical philosophy which promoted concepts such as friendship and pursuing life’s simple pleasures. Epicurus (341 BC – 270 BC) was an ancient Greek philosopher.
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