PPT Slide
Ancient & Medieval Philosophy -- David L. Rouse
- Epicurus (341-270 B.C.) established a community at Athens called the Garden.
- This became the model for future Epicurean communities.
- Women, including some hetaerae or courtesans, were included in the groups.
- The Epicurean lifestyle emphasized the suppression of desires beyond natural needs, friendship and the enjoyment of carefree pleasures.