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Plato, Aristotle, Marcus Aurelius, and Cicero are some of the famous names whose wit and wisdom are included in this audiobook, "700 Quotations from Ancient Philosophy". This group of Greek philosophers, Roman Statesmen and Emperors is responsible for some of the world's best-known quotes, including "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." and "Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.

Epiktetos föddes en slav, och blev en av de mest inflytelserika stoiska filosoferna. Stoicism är attityden att de frigöra sig från onödigt lidande till följd av farhågor om händelser utanför vår kontroll; Därför kan det vara oerhört viktigt i ens liv. Enligt Epiktetos, våra egna handlingar och attityder är det enda i vår makt; vad som än händer, måste vi undersöka lugnt och opartiskt, eftersom det inte kommer att förändra mängden lidande effekterna av externa händelser.

The timeless teachings of Epictetus, one of the greatest Stoic philosophers, are now at your disposal in an updated language, close to your reality. Imagine feeling in control of yourself, no matter what happens around you. That is the essence of stoicism: a life of inner freedom and serenity. Each page will open you to a new way of thinking, teaching you to master your emotions and see challenges as opportunities for personal growth.

For centuries, Stoicism was the unofficial religion of the Roman world. The stress on endurance, self-restraint, and power of the will to withstand calamity can often seem cold-hearted. It is Epictetus, a lame former slave exiled by Emperor Domitian, who offers the most precise and humane version of Stoic ideals. The Discourses, assembled by his pupil Arrian, catch him in action, publicly setting out his views on ethical dilemmas. Enchiridion, or Manual, is a distillation of his teachings and an essential manual for those seeking contentment.