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For what else is tragedy than the perturbations ([Greek: pathae]) of men who value externals exhibited in this kind of poetry?

Epictetus

A Selection from the Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion · May 16, 2012 Verified in 1 source Sign up to see the complete provenance

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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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Instead of acting on impulse, take a step back — wait till the enchantment fades and you can see things as they are.

In literature, too, it is not great achievement to memorize what you have read while not formulating an opinion of your own.

Proper preparation for the future consists of forming good personal habits.

For what else is tragedy than the perturbations ([Greek: pathae]) of men who value externals exhibited in this kind of poetry? - Epictetus

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