Both the rational guiding principle that governs the universe and the human ability to reflect on our impressions and beliefs.
Since god is a material and intelligent thing throughout the universe, the universe is thought to contain reason.
Reason, however, comes in different forms.
The reason contained in a rock is different from a dog, which is still less refined than a human.
Humans have the highest form of reason, the ability to be self-reflective.
This is why Epictetus says we have a piece of the divine within us.
Greek: Logos
λόγος.
Book: Essential Stoic Concepts
Subtitle: A Stoic glossary
Author: Stoa
Chapter: Reason
Location: Chapter 26, Section 2
Content:
Both the rational guiding principle that governs the universe and the human ability to reflect on our impressions and beliefs.
Since god is a material and intelligent thing throughout the universe, the universe is thought to contain reason.
Reason, however, comes in different forms.
The reason contained in a rock is different from a dog, which is still less refined than a human.
Humans have the highest form of reason, the ability to be self-reflective.
This is why Epictetus says we have a piece of the divine within us.
Greek: Logos
λόγος.