Diogenes

[Ĥl·lĥæ]

Diogenes
What do most people think of him? His life doesn't seem like an example to follow, but the other philosophers kept him around for some reason

 

[xlnt]

Not heard of.
But one should follow the best examples of the best and most wise to form oneself into an even better example.

The best yogis strive to create new yogi leaders surpassing the yogi that thaught him/her.

 

[Hellenic SS]

Isn't he the philosopher who used to walk naked in the city? I haven't studied his works, but I've heard he was deranged, unless this is just enemy propaganda.

 

[Hype0]

He was ancient greek philosopher lived in Sinop/Turkey. He kinda had "weird" philosophy about society and as we know he walked naked, lived in a barrel and masturbated in bazaar. He also mocked Plato and his school. However, as it is narratted he was the teacher of Alexander the Great. There is a famous story about them: When Alexander encountered with him he was shocked when he saw Diogenes. After talking with him, Alexander impressed by his speech and asked Diogenes what he wants. Then Diogenes simply replied, "Don't cast shadow, don't want any other favors". Then they became teacher-pupil. So it seems he had quite odd understanding of life but Alexander recognized him, that means he was not lunatic, retard or enemy.

 

[Mergethor]

Funny hint:

Alexander the Great and Diogenes died on the same day.

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