https://aphinum.com/tags/classical-philosophy/ Recent content in Classical Philosophy on Philosophy Structured Notes Hugo en-US Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:02:10 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-reign-of-justinian-a-study-on-power-piety-and-philosophy/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:29:31 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-reign-of-justinian-a-study-on-power-piety-and-philosophy/ <p><strong>The Reign of Justinian: A Study on Power, Piety, and Philosophy</strong></p> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>In 527 CE, Justinian I became Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire, marking the beginning of a significant period in the history of philosophy. During his reign, which lasted until 565 CE, he implemented various policies that had far-reaching consequences for intellectual and cultural developments. <strong>Neoplatonism</strong>, a philosophical tradition that emphasized the mystical union between humans and God, continued to influence Western thought during this era. However, Justinian&rsquo;s actions also led to significant challenges for philosophers and scholars.</p> https://aphinum.com/posts/the-life-and-teachings-of-epicurus/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:52:18 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-life-and-teachings-of-epicurus/ <p><strong>The Life and Teachings of Epicurus</strong></p> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>Epicurus (341-270 BCE) was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the school of thought known as <strong>Epicureanism</strong>. He is best known for his philosophy on the nature of the universe, human happiness, and the role of reason in attaining it. At the heart of Epicurean thought lies a set of principles that emphasize the pursuit of <strong>pleasure</strong>, but not in the commonly understood sense. In fact, Epicurus argued that true happiness arises from the absence of physical pain and mental distress.</p>