 Diogenes and Alexander

The story of Diogenes and Alexander the Great is a famous anecdote that illustrates the contrasting philosophies of Diogenes, the ancient Greek philosopher and a central figure of Cynicism, and Alexander, the powerful ruler and conqueror. According to the account, when Alexander the Great visited Corinth, he sought out Diogenes, who was known for his ascetic lifestyle and disdain for material wealth and societal conventions.