Ideas & Beliefs
Who Were the Twelve Olympian Gods?
The twelve Olympians were the chief gods of ancient Greek religion. See who they were, what each was god of, their Roman names and how Greeks worshipped them.
Ideas & Beliefs
Philosophy, religion and mythology: the big ideas people have lived by, who first argued for them and what they actually say.
Ideas & Beliefs
What Is Utilitarianism?
Utilitarianism judges actions by their consequences for overall happiness. Learn Bentham's calculus, Mill's higher pleasures, act vs rule views and objections.
Ideas & Beliefs
What Is Stoicism?
Stoicism is an ancient Greek and Roman school of philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium around 300 BCE. Learn its core ideas, three parts and main writers.