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Cynicism Course
A philosophy of radical simplicity that questioned social conventions and sought authenticity.
5 weeksFocused learning path
25 lessonsPractical curriculum
CertificateCourse completion award
All levelsNo prior knowledge required
Timeline
Founding (4th century BCE), Development (3rd century BCE), Later influence (Roman period - 1st century CE)
Key Locations
Athens (Antisthenes' teachings), Sinope (Diogenes' birthplace), Thebes (Crates' school)
Major Figures
Antisthenes, Diogenes of Sinope, Crates of Thebes, Hipparchia of Maroneia, Menippus of Gadara
"I am a citizen of the world."
Diogenes of Sinope
When asked where he came from
"Humans have complicated every simple gift of the gods."
Diogenes of Sinope
On societal conventions
"Practice is better than theory."
Antisthenes
On philosophy as a way of life
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