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Arcesilaus of Pitane

Arcesilaus

also: Arcesilas, Arcesilaus

Founder of the Middle (skeptical) Academy (c. 316–241 BC); cited for the delicacy of slipping a purse under a poor, proud friend's pillow.

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Mentioned in 2 works (3 total)

On Benefits philosophy · 2 mentions
On Tranquility of Mind philosophy · 1 mention

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