Peri bion dogmaton kai apophthegmaton ton en philosophia eudokimesanton
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The title Peri biōn dogmatōn kai apophthegmatōn tōn en philosophia eudokimēsantōn translates to "Lives, Teachings, and Sayings of Famous Philosophers." This work, by Diogenes Laërtius, is a significant secondary source for understanding Greek philosophy. It compiles biographical details, doctrines, and sayings of philosophers, ranging from trivial gossip to valuable information. The book covers various philosophical schools and individual thinkers, offering insights into their lives and teachings. Diogenes Laërtius's compilation, though based on numerous authorities, is a crucial resource for historical knowledge of ancient philosophical thought.1
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