Why was Diogenes using a lantern?

Answer by  SurveyGuru82 (22)

Diogenes carried his lantern to search for truth. He was a firm believer in debunking myths and ridiculous claims to stop people who intended to defraud. His lantern wasn't always carried at night because it was a symbol for his core values which stated that you can find lies and dishonesty anywhere and at any time.

Answer by  Camelia (662)

Yes. But while searching for those one night, he encountered a certain Luxuria, who was gay and who asked him over. Diogenes pretended he was also gay, and said very phylosophically that he was looking for the man.