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Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Happiness is man's greatest...' Life lessons on inner peace, joy, laughter and human nature by renowned Greek philosopher- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'When entering marriage, look not at the face, which changes with seasons, nor the wealth, which can vanish. Look instead at...' How to choose a partner for marriage explained by the father of western philosophy
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- An ancient traveler from India inscribed his name across five ancient tombs in Egypt's Valley of the Kings 2,000 years agoAncient Indian travelers visited Egypt's Valley of the Kings. Researchers found nearly 30 inscriptions in Tamil, Sanskrit, Prakrit, and Gan...06 Jun, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Epictetus: 'Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having...' - Greek Stoic philosopher's guide to a happier and simpler lifeAncient philosopher Epictetus, a former slave, taught that true wealth lies not in possessions but in having few wants. His Stoic philosoph...05 Jun, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Epicurus: ‘Marriage is never good to a man, and we must be content if it does no harm; and the wise will never marry’; what this Greek philosopher’s teachings say about love and marriageEpicurus' take on marriage is a bit of a puzzle. Some folks think he believed it wasn't all that great and that smart people might steer cl...04 Jun, 2026, 08.00 AM IST
- Chinese Proverb of the Day: “know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be...” — Could Sun Tzu's 2,500-year-old wisdom be the secret to success in life, business, and relationships?Chinese Proverb of the Day: “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated” remains one of the most influential lessons...04 Jun, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
- Word of the Day: CacozeliaWord of the Day: Using overly complicated vocabulary simply to impress others can itself become a form of cacozelia. The real distinction c...31 May, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Aristotle: 'Life is only meaningful when we are striving for...' Life lessons on goals, hard work and success by ancient Greek philosopher and scientistQuote of the day by Aristotle highlights the importance of goals, hard work, learning, and purpose in life. The quote explains how people f...28 May, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
- Word of the Day: AcersecomicWord of the Day: Language is more than a tool for communication; it also serves as a form of cultural memory. Words like “acersecomic” pres...27 May, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Not what we have but what we...' Life lessons on success, wealth and health by popular Greek philosopherQuote of the day by Epicurus focuses on the idea that happiness does not come from wealth or possessions alone. The Greek philosopher expla...26 May, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
- Word of the Day: BibliokleptomaniaWords like “bibliokleptomania” highlight the remarkable flexibility of the English language. A single complex term can weave together psych...24 May, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
- In 1892, French archaeologists studied an ancient Greek sanctuary on Mount Parnassus: Strange fault lines beneath the temple revived the mystery of Delphi’s OracleRecent geological investigations at Ancient Delphi have unearthed fault lines beneath the famed sanctuary. This hidden landscape may have r...18 May, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
- In 1945, Egyptian villagers digging beside the cliffs of Nag Hammadi uncovered leather-bound books: The accidental find transformed the study of GnosticismAmidst the arid expanse of the Egyptian desert, a serendipitous find in 1945 revealed hidden scrolls within a clay vessel. These codices pr...16 May, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Sappho: “Beauty endures only for as long as it can be… — Life lessons by Ancient Greek poet on perception, appearance and why looks are temporary but character is foreverQuote of the Day by Sappho: Sappho’s philosophy suggests that physical beauty is temporary and dependent on perception, while goodness is e...14 May, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
- The world’s oldest known star map was hidden beneath reused book pages for centuries before scientists finally recovered itScientists have uncovered ancient astronomical texts hidden beneath medieval writings. Using advanced X-ray technology, researchers found f...09 May, 2026, 06.17 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Roman Socrates, Musonius Rufus: ‘It is not possible to live well today unless you treat it as your last day’ - Stoic philosopher's lessons on life’s fragilityStoicism, an ancient philosophy emphasizing self-control and resilience, offers practical lessons for modern life. Musonius Rufus, the "Rom...05 May, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
- In 1799, French Soldiers Repaired a Fort Wall in Egypt: They Found a Stone Slab That Discovery Unlocked Ancient Egyptian LanguageA chance discovery in Egypt in 1799 by Napoleon's soldiers led to the unearthing of the Rosetta Stone. This stone bore the same decree in h...30 Apr, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Persian polymath Ibn Sina: 'Absence of understanding does not warrant absence of existence' - Avicenna's timeless wisdom on 'ignorance'Ibn Sina, also known as Avicenna, was a genius of the Islamic Golden Age. He excelled in medicine, philosophy, and science. His book, The C...29 Apr, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
- Word of the Day: ParapraxisWord of the Day: The word has a subtly intellectual tone and is often used in psychology, literature and cultural commentary. It implies th...28 Apr, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
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