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“As it is pleasant to see the sea from the land, so it is pleasant for him who has escaped from troubles to think of them.”

Quote by Epictetus

Book:Enchiridion

Work

Written by the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus, this work is a compilation of his teachings on living a virtuous life and overcoming adversity through reason and self-discipline. more

Author

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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Book:The Discourses of Epictetus: With the Encheiridion and Fragments

Source: The Discourses of Epictetus: With the Encheiridion and Fragments

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Source: The Moral Discourses of Epictetus

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Book:The Works of Epictetus: Consisting of His Discourses, in Four Books, the Enchiridion, and Fragments

Source: The Works of Epictetus: Consisting of His Discourses, in Four Books, the Enchiridion, and Fragments