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Overview
Diogenes of Sinope (412 or 404 BC - 323 BC) was a Greek philosopher and one of the founders of Cynicism. He was a controversial figure who rejected the concept of "manners" and advocated complete truthfulness at all times. Diogenes is credited by some with originating the Cynic way of life, which stressed stoic self-sufficiency and the rejection of luxury. He conveyed the Cynic philosophy by personal example rather than any coherent system of thought.
Some famous quotes attributed to Diogenes include: "Dogs and philosophers do the greatest good and get the fewest rewards" and "The foundation of every state is the education of its youth."
He became notorious for his philosophical stunts, such as carrying a lamp during the day, claiming to be looking for a "man" (often rendered in English as "looking for an honest man", as Diogenes viewed the people around him as dishonest and irrational).
Diogenes of Sinope (412 or 404 BC - 323 BC) was a Greek philosopher and one of the founders of Cynicism. He was a controversial figure who rejected the concept of "manners" and advocated complete truthfulness at all times. Diogenes is credited by some with originating the Cynic way of life, which stressed stoic self-sufficiency and the rejection of luxury. He conveyed the Cynic philosophy by personal example rather than any coherent system of thought.
Some famous quotes attributed to Diogenes include: "Dogs and philosophers do the greatest good and get the fewest rewards" and "The foundation of every state is the education of its youth."
He became notorious for his philosophical stunts, such as carrying a lamp during the day, claiming to be looking for a "man" (often rendered in English as "looking for an honest man", as Diogenes viewed the people around him as dishonest and irrational).
