Suggested Readings

Woman with wax tablets and stylus (so-called "Sappho"), Naples Archeological Museum

Musical Stoicism. Are Stoics allowed to enjoy music? What kinds of music would a Stoic listen to? These are questions I see frequently asked on Facebook and other social gathering spaces for modern Stoics. And with good reason: music is a big part of our lives. We all know how powerful it is to influence our thoughts and emotions. Music has frequently been co-opted to shape character and influence opinion—think ab...