I never desired to please the rabble. What pleased them, I did not learn; and what I knew was far removed from their understanding.
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"I never desired to please the rabble. What pleased them, I did not learn; and what I knew was far removed from their understanding." — Epicurus
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I never desired to please the rabble. What pleased them, I did not learn; and what I knew was far removed from their understanding. — Epicurus
About Epicurus
Epicurus was a Philosopher from Classical Athens (-341–-270).
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Who said "I never desired to please the rabble. What pleased them, I did not learn; and w…"?
This quote is attributed to Epicurus, a Philosopher from Classical Athens.
When did Epicurus live?
Epicurus lived from -341 – -270.