Zeno of Citium: The Founder of Stoicism and His Remarkable Life Story Stoicism has shaped emperors, slaves, soldiers, and statesmen for over two thousand years. But where did it begin? This is the story of the man who started it all — a merchant who lost everything and built a philosophy that changed the world. Editor's Note: Primary sources on Zeno of Citium come largely from Diogenes Laërtius's Lives of the Eminent Philosophers (Book 7), written in the 3rd century AD. Some details are disputed among historians. Where uncertainty exists, this guide notes it. All philosophical positions attributed to Zeno are drawn from Diogenes Laërtius and corroborated by later Stoic texts. Part of our Stoic Philosophy series: For a complete introduction to Stoicism and its core principles, read What Is Stoicism? A Simple Guide for Beginners . In this guide: Who Was Zeno of Citium? Early Life and the Ship...
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