If evil be said of thee, and if it be true, correct thyself; if it be a lie, laugh at it. - Epictetus

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If evil be said of thee, and if it be true, correct thyself; if it be a lie, laugh at it.

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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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How shall I follow the gods in all things, how shall I be contented with the divine administration, and how can I become free?

From Epictetus's discourse On Contentment (Discourses I.12), recorded by his student Arrian.

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What is not in your power to acquire or to keep when you please, this belongs to another.

From Epictetus's discourse On Freedom (Discourses IV.1), recorded by his student Arrian.

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