‘Stand out of my Sunshine!’

After Alexander was chosen to lead the Greeks against Persia, he eagerly sought the approbation of Diogenes, who was holidaying nearby. But a sunbathing Diogenes only complained that it was cold in Alexander’s shadow. Alexander’s sycophantic entourage dismissed Diogenes as an old fool, but Alexander hinted that they would be better following the courageous philosopher’s example.

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