“Rememberest the gods, and that they wish not to be flattered, but wish all reasonable beings to be made like themselves; and... rememberest that what does the work of a fig-tree is a fig-tree, and that what does the work of a dog is a dog, and that what does the work of a bee is a bee, and that what does the work of a man is a man.”
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Stoic Six Pack: Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, Golden Sayings, Fragments and Discourses of Epictetus, Letters from a Stoic and The Enchiridion
The book is a compilation of key texts from Marcus Aurelius, a Roman Emperor and philosopher, and Epictetus, a Greek Stoic philosopher. It includes the Meditations, a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, reflecting on his own life and governance. The Golden Sayings of Epictetus are a collection of his teachings, emphasizing the importance of inner peace and virtue. Additionally, the book features fragments and discourses from Epictetus, as well as letters from Marcus Aurelius, and The Enchiridion, a manual of Stoic philosophy by Epictetus. These works provide a comprehensive introduction to Stoic thought and its practical application in daily life. more
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Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius, born in 121 AD and died in 180 AD, was an emperor of the Roman Empire. He is one of the Five Good Emperors and is known for his philosophical thoughts and the stability of his reign. He was not only an outstanding politician but also a famous Stoic philosopher, whose work 'Meditations' has had a profound impact on later generations. more
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Source: Stoic Six Pack: Meditations of Marcus Aurelius The Golden Sayings Fragments and Discourses of Epictetus Letters from a Stoic and The Enchiridion
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