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= Principal Doctrines
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The "Principal Doctrines" often refers to a collection of key philosophical ideas attributed to the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus, who lived from 341 to 270 BCE. Epicurus was the founder of Epicureanism, a school of thought that emphasized the pursuit of happiness through the cultivation of friendships, the enjoyment of simple pleasures, and the avoidance of pain and fear.