Who was the most memorable man around during the Golden Age of Athens? Should we name "the artist" Plato or maybe even "the encyclopedia" Aristotle, no, It can be only one, the outlandish Diogenes of Sinope otherwise known by the moniker "Diogenes the Cynic". Here is a man surrounded by the most notable names in western philosophical thought, but stands out none the less. Join me in understanding what made Diogenes stand out among the many giants that surrounded him.

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Sources:
• https://www.britannica.com/biography/Diogenes-Greek-philosopher
• https://iep.utm.edu/diogenes-of-sinope/
• 101 Great Philosophers : Makers of Modern Thought – Madsen Pirie

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