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Zeno of Citium
Zeno of Citium

Zeno of Citium was a Greek philosopher known as the founder of the Stoic school of thought. He lived from 334 BC to 262 BC. Zeno's philosophical ideas emphasized the importance of moral self-discipline, rational living, and the adherence to the natural laws. more

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