The reason people don't read the article: They just want to socialize

Re:The reason people don't read the article: They just want ... by enchiridion on Sunday May 30, 2021 @11:27AM (#27333913)

For stoicism you've got it covered. I would say make sure to get at least somewhat modern translations to avoid the irony of phrases like "thou shalt use plain speech". Part of stoicism is about being simple and direct. The older translations are not as effective at driving that point home because language has changed.

For philosophy in general, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance continually comes up on HN for good reason. I would also say the audio version narrated by Michael Kramer is the best way to experience it, given how big a roll the idea of conversation plays in the story.

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Re:The reason people don't read the article: They just want ... by marcusverus on Sunday May 30, 2021 @07:15PM (#27337924)

Thanks for the response, I will check out your recommendation.

My preference regarding translations lean in the opposite direction, at least for Meditations--imo the newer translation I've read (Gregory Hays') seemed breezy and unsubstantial when compared to a much older one (a revision of George Long's). But that might just be a side effect of being raised on the King James version of the Bible!

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