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He is writing to Menoeceus to discuss the ramifications of the pursuit of happiness. The principle issue is the boundless oppertunities and temptations available in the world of luxury. Epicurus complements Plato's Republic with the notion of society losing its Virtue, Latin "virtu" meaning manliness and strength, in the pursuit of luxury.

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