Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life

Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life

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The Stoicism of George Washington

The Stoicism of George Washington

How the First US President was Influenced by the Stoics

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Donald J. Robertson
Jan 18, 2021
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How the First US President was Influenced by the Stoics

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George Washington, known for his exemplary self-discipline and mental composure, is a figure in whom many see the influence of Stoicism. Unlike some of the other Founding Fathers, he lacked a classical education. Nevertheless, according to Eliot Morison’s The …

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