Attachment to the doctrines of Epicurus; the principles or belief of Epicurus.
the doctrine of the Greek philosopher Epicurus (d. 270 BC) who taught that the highest good is personal happiness.
the moral philo sophy of Epicurus which rejected the involvement of the gods in human life and urged the avoidance of pain; Epicureanism promoted seeking pleasure; however, the pleasure to seek was not bodily pleasure but rather pleasure for the soul; ataraxia, the absence of disturbance, is most important; Epicureans worked to free themselves from distractions of the outside world.
The belief that the best life is one of long-term pleasure resulting from moderation.
says religion and concepts of God arise through ignorance and fear. If there be god(s), they are far off and indifferent ( Lucretius).
a doctrine of hedonism that was defended by several ancient Greek philosophers
school of Greek philosophy (Epicurus: 341-270 B.C.) based on the belief that there are no divine laws and that wisdom consists in the pursuit of rational pleasures; the forerunner of modern utilitarian moral philosophy.
The ancient Greek movement which held that the good life is gained by the sensible and moderate pursuii of pleasure.
a practical philosophy founded by Epicurus, it argued that the principal good of human life is pleasure. (p. 112)
Epicureanism is a system of philosophy based upon the teachings of Epicurus (c. 340–c. 270 BC), founded around 307 BC. Epicurus was an atomic materialist, following in the steps of Democritus. His materialism led him to a general attack on superstition and divine intervention.