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Even Plutarch was a bit lukewarm on the stoics, and so was Montaigne. Everything in moderation, including moderation was what they liked to say on the stoics,

Even Plutarch was a bit lukewarm on the stoics, and so was Montaigne. Everything in moderation, including moderation was what they liked to say on the stoics, I think.

bwanab 6y ago
All of the platonists, middle and neo- had less than warm views towards the Stoics. It’s staying power has been quite impressive considering it’s opponents through the ages.
mcguire 6y ago
Montaigne is probably the best surviving Epicurean writer.