Maxioms by Epictetus
Not even the gods can withstand necessity.
Not even the gods can withstand necessity.
If you wish to be good, first believe that you are bad.
If you wish to be good, first believe that you are bad.
Difficulties show men what they are. In case of any difficulty remember that God has pitted you against a rough read more
Difficulties show men what they are. In case of any difficulty remember that God has pitted you against a rough antagonist that you may be a conqueror, and this cannot be without toil.
The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forbearing.
The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forbearing.
It is difficulties that show what men are
It is difficulties that show what men are
