On the Nature of Things by Lucretius (circa 50BCE) is an epic poem exploring Epicurean physics.

This is one of the fundamental sources on ancient Epicureanism, as it is thought to be based on “On Nature” by Epicurus himself (in 37 books! unfortunately lost to time). It is an important read for anyone interested in furthering their understanding of Epicureanism.

The great epic poem De Rerum Natura by Lucretius, as translated into modern English by Rolfe Humphries.

“Most of the anxieties we face are imaginary, no worse than the imaginings of children.”

“One point will become clear from understanding another, nor will blind night ever rob you of the path and prevent you from peering into the ultimate realities of the universe, so surely will understanding of one thing kindle a gleam to illuminate the next.”

“With eager judgement weigh things, and, if you see them true, lift your hands and yield, or, if it is false, gird yourself to battle.”