“Against specious appearances we must set clear convictions, bright and ready for use. When death appears as an evil, we ought immediately to remember that evils are things to be avoided, but death is inevitable.”
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The Works of Epictetus: Consisting of His Discourses, in Four Books, the Enchiridion, and Fragments
The Works of Epictetus is a comprehensive compilation of the teachings and philosophies of Epictetus, a prominent Stoic philosopher from the 1st century AD. The book features his discourses, organized into four books, the Enchiridion, a concise summary of his teachings, and additional fragments that provide further insight into his philosophical ideas. Epictetus's works focus on the principles of Stoicism, including self-discipline, rationality, and the importance of focusing on what can be controlled in life. more
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