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Bookmark or Share- Diogenes | Biography, Philosophy, & Facts | BritannicaDiogenes, archetype of the Cynics, a Greek philosophical sect that stressed stoic self-sufficiency and the rejection of luxury. It was by personal example rather than any coherent system of thought that Diogenes conveyed the Cynic philosophy. His followers positioned themselves as watchdogs of morality.
- The Life of Diogenes of Sinope in Diogenes LaertiusDiogenes of Sinope (c. 404-323 BCE) was a Greek Cynic philosopher best known for holding a lantern to the faces of the citizens of Athens claiming he was searching for an honest man. He was most likely...
- Diogenes - WikipediaDiogenes (/ d aɪ ˈ ɒ dʒ ɪ n iː z / dy-OJ-in-eez; Ancient Greek: Διογένης, romanized: Diogénēs [di.oɡénɛːs]), also known as Diogenes the Cynic (Διογένης ὁ Κυνικός, Diogénēs ho Kynikós) or Diogenes of Sinope, was a Greek philosopher and one of the founders of Cynicism.
- Diogenes of Sinope - World History EncyclopediaDiogenes of Sinope (l. c. 404-323 BCE) was a Greek Cynic philosopher best known for holding a lantern (or candle) to the faces of the citizens of Athens claiming he was searching for an honest man. He rejected the concept of "manners" as a lie and advocated complete truthfulness at all times and under any circumstance.
- 5 Sharp Quotes From Diogenes, the Funniest Ancient Greek Philosopher5 Sharp Quotes From Diogenes, the Funniest Ancient Greek Philosopher. By: Dave Roos | Oct 4, 2021. Diogenes (with his long white beard) takes his lantern in search of an honest man. It's the most famous story about him, but it's not quite accurate. Painting by Pieter van Mol. DeAgostini/Getty Images.
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