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Marcus Aurelius

April 26, 2026

Marcus Aurelius was a 2nd century Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher. He is most famous…

Bronze bust of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius

The Value of Music

August 10, 2025

From classical concerts to commercial jingles, music fills our lives every day. But philosophers disagree…

Person relaxing with feet up, listening to a vintage boombox.

Righteous Rage

June 16, 2024

Stoic philosopher Seneca wrote that anger is a form of madness. Other philosophers share this…

A man in a suit expresses righteous rage, hands clasped to his chest.

Why We Hate

April 23, 2023

The Southern Poverty Law Center reports that the number of hate groups operating in the…

Abstract black and white painting of a screaming face, expressing intense emotion.

Why Poetry Matters

April 2, 2023

Some people say they find poetry impenetrable. Yet readership is increasing: in a 2017 survey,…

Stack of poetry books with "Poetry" sign. Why poetry matters.

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