This month, we'll dive into **Cynic philosophy**, the ancient Greek school that challenged social conventions and proposed a life of simplicity.

We’ll trace the origins of the **Cynics** in classical Greece, focusing in more detail on:
\- The bold ideas and lives of **Diogenes of Sinope**, who lived in radical defiance of materialism
\- And **Emperor Julian**, who later revived Cynic ideals within the Roman world.

Let's discover together how their provocative teachings on freedom, authenticity, and moral courage still resonate today. We look forward to welcoming you!

**Recommended preparation**

* We recommend [this article](https://1000wordphilosophy.com/2023/07/26/cynicism/) for a quick overview about cynicism.
* For diving deeper, [this Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/episode/145GowSEfHuylABqGIubuA?si=Zp--PvzuThu4B5KQFWRD5Q&nd=1&dlsi=6abd6339f2424acd) by the BBC offers great insight.

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