In theory there is nothing to hinder our following what we … - Epictetus

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In theory there is nothing to hinder our following what we are taught; but in life there are many things to draw us aside.

Epictetus

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Epictetus (c. 55 – c. 135 AD), born a slave, was a Greek Stoic philosopher. His words were recorded by his student Arrian in the Discourses and Enchiridion written in the early 2nd-century.

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Native Name: ΕΠΙΚΤΗΤΟΣ

Alternative Names: Epictetus of Hierapolis • Epiktetos

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In theory there is nothing to hinder our following what we are taught; but in life there are many things to draw us aside. - Epictetus

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