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Antisthenes

Antisthenes was an influential Greek philosopher, born in 445 BC and died in 365 BC. He is known for being one of the founders of Cynicism, a school of thought that emphasized living a life of virtue and simplicity. Antisthenes' teachings focused on the importance of self-discipline and the rejection of material wealth. more

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