🕊️ “The secret of happiness is freedom, and the secret of freedom, courage.”
Picture description: This is the plaster cast bust currently in exposition of Zurab Tsereteli’s gallery in Moscow (part of Russian Academy of Arts), formerly from the collection of castings of Pushkin museum made in early 1900-1910s. Original bust is a Roman copy (c. 100 CE) of an early 4th Century BCE Greek original, and is located in Holkham Hall in Norfolk, UK.
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Thucydides reveals that true happiness stems from freedom, and true freedom requires courage. Cultivate courage within yourself. With courage comes the freedom to pursue happiness and live authentically. Face your fears and embrace bravery, knowing that each courageous step brings you closer to a fulfilling life.
Today, challenge yourself to do something that scares you or pushes you out of your comfort zone. Whether it’s speaking up for what you believe in, trying something new, or confronting a difficult situation, let courage guide you. Remember, the path to happiness is paved with brave choices and the freedom they bring. 🌟💪✨
Thucydides, born around 460 BCE in Athens, Greece, was an ancient Greek historian renowned for his work, “History of the Peloponnesian War,” which chronicles the conflict between Athens and Sparta. He is often considered one of the greatest historians of antiquity and is credited with developing a more rigorous, evidence-based approach to historical writing.
Thucydides was born into a wealthy and influential family, which afforded him a comprehensive education. He served as an Athenian general during the early part of the Peloponnesian War. However, after failing to prevent the capture of the city of Amphipolis by the Spartans in 424 BCE, he was exiled for twenty years. This period of exile provided him with the opportunity to travel and gather firsthand accounts from both sides of the conflict, which greatly informed his historical work.
“History of the Peloponnesian War” is notable for its meticulous methodology and emphasis on cause and effect, rather than attributing events to the whims of the gods, as was common in earlier histories. Thucydides’ analysis of the nature of power, politics, and human behavior has had a profound influence on both historical scholarship and political theory.
Thucydides’ writing is characterized by its critical approach, detailed descriptions, and insightful analysis of the motivations and actions of individuals and states. His work not only provides a detailed account of the Peloponnesian War but also offers timeless reflections on the complexities of human nature and the dynamics of power and conflict.
Thucydides’ exact date of death is unknown, but it is generally believed that he died sometime around 400 BCE. His legacy endures through his contributions to the field of history and his influence on subsequent generations of historians, political scientists, and philosophers.