Whats your Philosophy? [quiz]

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Your recommended philosophy-guru is ZENO OF CITIUM.

Key fact: He taught in a stoa, the Athenian supermarket, and hence founded the school of philosophy called Stoicism.

Must have: An interest in everyday life, for it is there that you learn life's big lessons.

Key promise: An ability to face anything, no matter how disastrous.

Key peril: To be "stoical" is to turn your back on passion.

Most likely to say: "If you have integrity, no-one can harm you."

Least likely to say: "Forget prudence! It won't help you anyway."

Your recommended philosophy-guru is EPICURUS.

Key fact: Epicurus, founder of Epicureanism, is probably the most misunderstood philosopher of antiquity.

Must have: A delight in the countryside and gardens........kinda true

Key promise: Peace and tranquillity.......huh?

Key peril: Boredom....definitely!! !!

Most likely to say: "The true hedonist can find as much pleasure in a glass of chilled water as in a feast for a king."....maybe

Least likely to say: "He who tires of the city, tires of life.".....no