Quote by Thomas Jefferson

As you say of yourself, I too am an Epicurian. I consider the genuine (not the imputed) doctrines of Epicurus as containing everything rational in moral philosophy which Greece and Rome have left us.

As you say of yourself, I too am an Epicurian. I consider th

Summary

In this quote, the speaker affirms their identification as an Epicurean, someone who adheres to the teachings of Greek philosopher Epicurus. They acknowledge the importance of understanding Epicurus' authentic philosophies rather than misrepresentations. The speaker further asserts that they perceive Epicurean principles to encompass all rational and worthwhile concepts within the realm of moral philosophy, as showcased by the intellectual legacies of Greece and Rome.

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By Thomas Jefferson

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