1. Diogenes Of Sinope - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia diogenes of sinope is said to have been a disciple of Antisthenes, who (according to Plato s Phaedo) was present at the death of Socrates. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diogenes_of_Sinope

Diogenes of Sinope From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search Western Philosophy Ancient philosophy Diogenes by John William Waterhouse , depicting his lamp, tub, and diet of onions. Name Diogenes ( Birth ca. 412 BC Sinope Death 323 BC Corinth School/tradition Greek philosophy Cynicism Main interests Asceticism Cynicism Notable ideas Became the archetypal Cynic philosopher Influenced by Antisthenes Influenced Crates of Thebes , other Cynics , the Stoics Diogenes Greek Diogenes o Sinopeus ) "the Cynic Greek philosopher , was born in Sinope (modern day Sinop, Turkey ) about 412 BC (according to other sources 404 BC and died in 323 BC at Corinth . Details of his life come in the form of anecdotes ( chreia ), especially from Diogenes La«rtius , in his book Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers Diogenes of Sinope is said to have been a disciple of Antisthenes , who (according to Plato 's Phaedo ) was present at the death of Socrates Diogenes, a beggar who made his home in the streets of Athens , made a virtue of extreme poverty. He taught contempt for human achievements; his was a relentless campaign to debunk social values and institutions. Contents Dog theme Life In Athens In Corinth ... edit Dog theme Many anecdotes of Diogenes refer to his doglike behavior, and his praise of a dog's virtues. It is not known whether Diogenes was insulted with the epithet "doggish" and made a virtue of it, or whether he first took up the dog theme himself. The modern terms

2. Diogenes Of Sinope [Internet Encyclopedia Of Philosophy] The most illustrious of the Cynic philosophers, diogenes of sinope serves as the template for the Cynic sage in antiquity. An alleged student of Antisthenes http://www.iep.utm.edu/d/diogsino.htm

Diogenes of Sinope (c. 404-323 B.C.E.) The most illustrious of the Cynic philosophers, Diogenes of Sinope serves as the template for the Cynic sage in antiquity. An alleged student of Antisthenes , Diogenes maintains his teacher’s asceticism and emphasis on ethics, but brings to these philosophical positions a dynamism and sense of humor unrivalled in the history of philosophy. Though originally from Sinope, the majority of the stories comprising his philosophical biography occur in Athens, and some of the most celebrated of these place Alexander the Great or Plato as his foil. It is disputed whether Diogenes left anything in writing. If he did, the texts he composed have since been lost. In Cynicism, living and writing are two components of ethical practice, but Diogenes is much like Socrates and even Plato in his sentiments regarding the superiority of direct verbal interaction over the written account. Diogenes scolds Hegesias after he asks to be lent one of Diogenes’ writing tablets: “You are a simpleton, Hegesias; you do not choose painted figs, but real ones; and yet you pass over the true training and would apply yourself to written rules” (Diogenes Laertius, Lives of Eminent Philosophers , Book 6, Chapter 48). In reconstructing Diogenes’ ethical model, then, the life he lived is as much his philosophical work as any texts he may have composed.

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Diogenes of Sinope by Ben Best I have long been inspired by the apocryphal story that "Diogenes of Sinope" went about ancient Greece vainly searching for an honest man. But I have no interest in being his apologist. Since there is no authenticated historical documentation about him I will relate some of the tradition about his life more from the point of view of intrinsic interest than from concern for historical accuracy. A major source of information is the third century (AD) Roman doxographer Laetius Diogenes, from whom much that follows is taken. "Cynicism" of ancient Greece and Rome derives its name from the Greek word for "Dog". Aristotle refers to Diogenes as "The Dog" and Diogenes seems to have accepted the nickname. Cynicism was not a "school of philosophy", but rather an "erratic succession of individuals" which can be said to have begun with the philosopher Antisthenes. Antisthenes, an intimate and admirer of Socrates, disclaimed refined philosophy believing that the plain man could know all there is to know. Antisthenes was probably more consciously philosophical though less clever than his pupil Diogenes. Antisthenes emphasized moral self-mastery and is said to have rejected government, property, marriage and religion. But while property was regarded as an encumberance by Antisthenes, Diogenes was not above stealing, claiming "all things are the property of the wise". The objective of Cynicicsm was self-sufficiency ("autarkeia") and the cynic virtues were the qualities through which freedom was attained. The most important virture was callousness or apathy, which had to be attained through training. Another virtue was ruggedness or endurance. The lower animals were to be emulated insofar as they were independent of clothing, shelter and the artificial preparation of food. Cynics sought to disregard laws, customs, conventions, public opinion, reputation, honor and dishonor. The Greek satirist Lucian represents a Cynic as saying: "Scruple not to perform the deeds of darkness in broad daylight. Select your love adventures with a view to public entertainment."

4. Diogenes Of Sinope diogenes of sinope. Diogenes was a Cynic philosopher of Sinope. His father, Icesias, a banker, was convicted of debasing the public coin, and was obliged to http://www.philosophyprofessor.com/philosophers/diogenes-of-sinope.php

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7. Diogenes Of Sinope 412 - 323 - By Diogenes Laertius Theother, more notorious, Diogenes was diogenes of sinope who was a famous Cynic philosopher living during the time of Plato (the 4th century BC). http://evans-experientialism.freewebspace.com/diogenes_sinope.htm

Welcome to One of the Largest and Most Visited Sources of Philosophical Texts on the Internet. Evans Experientialism Evans Experientialism SEARCH THE WHOLE SITE? SEARCH CLICK THE SEARCH BUTTON To The Academy Library To The Athenaeum Library To The Nominalist Library Athenaeum Reading Room Diogenes of Sinope by Diogenes Laertius Diogenes Laertius. Lives of Eminent Philosophers. Vol. 2. Trans. R. D. Hicks. London, William Heinemann, 1925. There are two famous Diogenes' in the ancient world. The first is Diogenes Laertius who lived during the 3rd century AD and who wrote an important work entitled, Lives of Eminent Philosophers (several of your readings for this course, in fact, have come from this work). Theother, more notorious, Diogenes was Diogenes of Sinope who was a famous Cynic philosopher living during the time of Plato (the 4th century BC). Having to flee from Sinope because of charges against him and his father for debasing the public coin, Diogenes went to Athens where he studied under Antisthenes. Taking the Cynic's way of life to heart, Diogenes rejected all of the comforts of civilized life, and lived an extremely ascetic lifestyle. According to legend he even went so far as to live for a period of time in a pithos or large tub. It also is said that he used to carry a lantern around with him in search of an honest man. If people back then were anything like they are today, he probably didn't find any.

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zGCID=" test0" zGCID=" test0 test6" zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') You are here: About Education Ancient / Classical History Studying Ancient History ... D Terms Diogenes the Cynic Greek Philosopher - Diogenes of Sinope Ancient / Classical History Education Ancient History Essentials ... Submit to Digg Diogenes Diogenes - "The Cynic" Diogenes of Sinope Diogenes of Sinope IEP Suggested Reading Ancient Philosophers Philosophers Timeline Milesian Philosophers Thales Anaximenes Anaximander Most Popular Major Gods and Goddesses of the World Fall of Rome I.E. vs. E.G. Attila the Hun ... Battle at Thermopylae "Diogenes the Cynic Greek Philosopher" From N.S. Gill Your Guide to Ancient / Classical History FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Definition: The Greek philosopher Diogenes of Sinope (c. 412-c. 323 B.C.) was a Cynic that is, a practitioner of the philosophy of Cynicism. Diogenes is said to have been homeless, to have begged or stolen what he needed to survive, and to have preferred to live without any luxuries. One of the many anecdotes about Diogenes the Cynic is that when the philosopher was rude to Alexander the Great, Alexander responded by saying that if he weren't Alexander, he would want to be Diogenes. Diogenes and Alexander the Great are said to have died on the same day. Diogenes is depicted in art carrying a lantern with which he is said to have vainly hunted by daylight for an honest man. Diogenes is also said to have worked minting coins with his father until he was 60, but was then exiled for debasing the coinage.

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home index ancient Greece Diogenes of Sinope Diogenes of Sinope (Musei Vaticani, Roma; Diogenes of Sinope (c.412-c.323): Greek sculptor, co-founder of the Cynical school. Diogenes of Sinope was a student of Antisthenes . Both men are called the founder of the school that is known as Cynicism. The essential point in this world-view is that man suffers from too much civilization. We are happiest when our life is simplest, which means that we have to live in accordance with nature - just like animals. Human culture, however, is dominated by things that prevent simplicity: money, for example, and our longing for status. Like his master, Diogenes refrained from luxury and often ridiculed civilized life. His philosophy gained some popularity because he focused upon personal integrity, whereas men like Plato and Aristotle of Stagira had been thinking about man's life and honor as member of a city state - a type of political unit that was losing importance in the age of Alexander the Great (who once met Diogenes; text However, we can not return to nature. The Cynics became some sort of jesters, accepted at the royal courts because their criticism was essentially harmless.

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11. Diogenes Of Sinope Biography (c.410–c.320 BC) Online Encyclopedia Article A He was said to have lived in a tub (‘like a dog’, the origin of the term Cynic). End of Article diogenes of sinope Biography (c.410–c.320 BC) http://encyclopedia.jrank.org/Cambridge/entries/003/Diogenes-of-Sinope.html

Online Encyclopedia Search over 48,000 terms in the online reference dictionary. Bookmark at del.icio.us Diogenes Of Sinope Biography (c.410–c.320 BC Cynic philosopher, born in Sinope, Pontus. He moved to Athens and became a student of Antisthenes, with whom he founded the Cynic sect. The Cynics preached an austere asceticism and self-sufficiency, and Diogenes became legendary for his ostentatious disregard of domestic comforts and social niceties. His unconventional behaviour (eg looking with a lantern in daylight for an honest man) was intended to portray the ideal of a life lived according to nature. He was said to have lived in a tub (‘like a dog’, the origin of the term Cynic End of Article: Diogenes Of Sinope Biography (c.410–c.320 BC See Also Antisthenes Cynics Do not copy, download, transfer, or otherwise replicate the site content in whole or in part. Link to this article directly: Diogenes Of Sinope Diomedes [next] [back] Diogenes Of Apollonia var dc_UnitID = 14; var dc_PublisherID = 18833; var dc_AdLinkColor = 'red'; var dc_isBoldActive= 'no'; var dc_adprod='ADL';

12. Diogenes Of Sinope As one goes up to Corinth are tombs, and by the gate is buried diogenes of sinope, whom the Greeks surname the Dog. Pausanias http://www.mlahanas.de/Greeks/Bios/DiogenesOfSiope.html

Diogenes of Sinope And I," said he, "am Diogenes the dog." And when he was asked to what actions of his it was owing that he was called a dog, he said, "Because I fawn upon those who give me anything, and bark at those who give me nothing, and bite the rogues." Diogenes Laertios Life of Diogenes Diogenes, Villa Albani Diogenes sculpture, H: 54.6 cm., Roman copy of a Hellenistic original. Villa Albani, Rome. ( Original Sculpture Source Diogenes, "the Cynic," Greek philosopher, was born at Sinope about 412 BC, and died in 323 at Corinth Alexander the Great died at Babylon. His father, Icesias, a money-changer, was imprisoned or exiled on the charge of adulterating the coinage. Diogenes was included in the charge, and went to Athens with one attendant, whom he dismissed, saying, "If Manes can live without Diogenes, why not Diogenes without Manes?" Attracted by the ascetic teaching of Antisthenes, he became his pupil, despite the brutality with which he was received, and rapidly surpassed his master both in reputation and in the austerity of his life. The stories which are told of him are probably true; in any case, they serve to illustrate the logical consistency of his character. He inured himself to the vicissitudes of weather by living in a tub belonging to the temple of Cybele . The single wooden bowl he possessed he destroyed on seeing a peasant boy drink from the hollow of his hands. When asked how to avoid the temptation to lust of the flesh, Diogenes pulled out his penis and began masturbating. When rebuked later about it, he replied "If only I could sooth my belly by rubbing it."

13. Diogenes Of Sinope « Reflections, Ideas, And Dreams We are but a single member of a cosmic community whose extent reaches farther than imagination. http://blog.gravityatwork.com/2008/01/14/diogenes-of-sinope/

Reflections, Ideas, and Dreams We are but a single member of a cosmic community whose extent reaches farther than imagination. Home About Bookshelf Scotch ... Subscribe to feed Diogenes of Sinope January 14, 2008 in transcendence Though modern academic philosophy most often looks to Plato as the exemplar of Greek philosophy, Diogenes the Cynic seems to have achieved even greater contentment in the world and often employed eccentric and bizarre means of confrontation. Diogenes was a self-appointed public scold whose mission was to demonstrate to the ancient Greeks that civilization is regressive. He taught by living example that wisdom and happiness belong to the man who is independent of society. Diogenes scorned not only family and political social organization, but property rights and reputation. The most shocking feature of his philosophy is his rejection of normal ideas about human decency. Exhibitionist and philosopher, Diogenes is said to have eaten (and, once, masturbated) in the marketplace, urinated on some people who insulted him, defecated in the theatre, and pointed at people with his middle finger. Sympathizers considered him a devotee of reason and an exemplar of honesty. Detractors have said he was an obnoxious beggar and an offensive grouch. Diogenes is reported to have thrown away his only possession, a wooden bowl, after seeing a peasant boy drink by cupping his hands. His interaction with Alexander the Great further illustrates his satisfaction in detachment from the material.

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Diogenes of Sinope... Diogenes of Sinope, d. c.320 BC, was a Greek philosopher, perhaps the most noted of the CYNICS. He pursued the Cynic ideal of self-sufficiency, a life that was natural and not dependent upon the nonessential luxuries of civilization. A student of ANTISTHENES, he is credited with the development of the chreia (moral epigram), with a scandalous attack of convention entitled Republic (which influenced ZENO OF CITIUM), and with tragedies illustrative of the human predicament. Because Diogenes believed that virtue was better revealed in action than in theory, he made his life a protest against what he thought of as a corrupt society. He is said to have lived in a large tub, rather than house, and to have gone about Athens with a lantern in the daytime, claiming to be looking for an honest manbut never finding one. In later art, Diogenes is often depicted in a torn cloak, with a dog, carrying a lantern. ROBERT S. BRUMBAUGH Bibliography: Hoistad, Ragner, Cynic Hero and Cynic King(1949) ...and the Cynics The Cynics admired SOCRATES for his self-sufficiency and his indifference to unnecessary luxury and possessions. A good life, they taught, involves a return to nature, giving up the decadence of civilized urban life and living simply and strenuously. Their name is generally supposed to come from the Greek kynikos, "doglike," presumably a commentary on their severely critical philosophic style; or it may be derived from Cynosarges, the name of the gymnasium in which the group met under Antisthenes. The Cynics are important in the history of philosophy because of their influence, both in Greece and Rome, on SOICISM. Robert S. Brumbaugh

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Diogenes of Sinope Diogenes was a Cynic philosopher and a disciple of Antisthenes. He is noted for his contempt of luxury, riches, and honors; he fully renounced comfort and instead advocated a life of simple dedication to philosophical principles. Practicing self-control and a most rigid abstinence, he wore a coarse cloak, ate a simple diet, and relied upon handouts from others to survive. He is credited with a scandalous attack of convention entitled "Republic" that influenced Zeno of Citium . Diogenes is said to have gone about with a lantern in the daytime, looking in vain for an honest man, and is famous for living in a large tub in the Metroum in Athens at one point in his life. Due to the resemblance between his self-sufficient ideal and Henry David Thoreau 's sojourn at Walden Pond, Thoreau was called by some of his contemporaries the "American Diogenes."

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