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“Silence is safer than speech.”

Quote by Epictetus

Book:The Discourses and Manual: Together with Fragments of His Writings

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The Discourses and Manual: Together with Fragments of His Writings

This book is a compilation of the discourses and manual, along with fragments of the writings of a notable ancient philosopher. It includes a selection of his philosophical and political treatises, offering insights into his thoughts and ideas. more

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Epictetus was a renowned Greek philosopher born in 55 AD and died in 135 AD. He founded the Stoic school of philosophy, emphasizing the importance of reason, morality, and self-control, which had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy. more

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