Scenarios about 'epicureanism'
Epicureanism is an ancient Greek philosophical school founded by Epicurus that advocated for the pursuit of moderate pleasure and tranquility as the path to happiness. This materialist philosophy emphasized freedom from fear, absence of pain, and cultivation of friendship while avoiding political entanglements. In alternate history scenarios, Epicurean values might influence different sociopolitical developments or serve as foundational principles for societies that diverged from historical religious or authoritarian paths.
What If Epicureanism Became the Dominant Philosophy?
Exploring how Western intellectual, religious, and social development might have unfolded if Epicurean philosophy had become the dominant philosophical tradition rather than being marginalized by Stoicism, Neoplatonism, and Christianity.
What If Rome Embraced Greek Philosophy More Fully?
Exploring how Western intellectual history might have developed if Roman culture had more deeply integrated Greek philosophical traditions, potentially creating a different relationship between reason, religion, and political power.