# Epicurus — Philosophical Works character guide

> Epicurus in Philosophical Works by René Descartes.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Epicurus

**First appearance:** 0014-selections-from-the-principles-of-philosophy

## Who they are

Hellenistic philosopher whose hedonistic ethics are contrasted with Cartesian rationalism.

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