The psychology of satire: Epicurean ethics in Horace's Sermones

Roman Satire;Hellenistic philosophy;Horace;Philodemus of Gadara;Epicurean ethics;Latin poetry

Yona, Sergio

关键词: Roman Satire;    Hellenistic philosophy;    Horace;    Philodemus of Gadara;    Epicurean ethics;    Latin poetry;   

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【 摘 要 】

This study examines the role of Greek philosophy, specifically the ethical doctrines of the Epicurean sect, in Horace’s satiric poetry.It endeavors to highlight the important influence of one of Horace’s contemporaries and neighbor in Italy, the Epicurean philosopher and poet Philodemus of Gadara.This is done through considerations of Horace’s self-portrayal as a qualified moralist who meets Epicurean standards and employs their tools of investigation and correction.A large portion of the study is dedicated to the manner in which he incorporates Epicurean economic and social teachings as communicated and preserved by Philodemus, and to explaining the significance of this for his literary persona in the Sermones.