Stoicism Vs Buddhism: Key Insights For Inner Peace

Did early Stoics resemble Buddhist monks? In this exclusive interview clip, Stoic expert Donald Robertson dives into the weird and fascinating overlap between Stoicism and Buddhism—think robes, shaved heads, and barefoot philosophers.

Were these ancient traditions secretly linked? Explore how Persia’s Silk Route controlled limited East-West contact, how Alexander the Great brought philosophers to India, and why Marcus Aurelius’ secretary might have met Indian sages (Gimnosophoi). Plus, did Pyrrho’s trip to India make Greek Scepticism a Buddhist cousin? Watch now for a mind-blowing history lesson!