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"On Moral Ends" Lecture Series: Part 1
Published 7 years, 6 months ago
Description
This podcast is the first of a series of three podcasts that will discuss Cicero's treatise "On Moral Ends." I have just published an illustrated, annotated translation of this work and wanted to introduce readers to the book's major concepts and arguments.
This podcast discusses the following subjects:
1. The origin and purpose of the work
2. The main ideas of, and arguments for, the Epicurean philosophy
3. The flaws and criticisms of Epicureanism
After reading books I and 2 of "On Moral Ends," ask yourself what your own opinions are of Epicureanism, and Cicero's criticisms of it. Are they justified, or unjustified?