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Epictetus

Chapter Thirty-seven

Handbook - Chapter Thirty-seven

Book Subtitle: The ancient summary of Epictetus's teachings and philosophy

Book Description: In this book, the whole of Epictetus' philosophy is condensed into 52 key lessons by his student Arrian. The handbook was meant to be kept 'on-hand' by ancient students of Stoicism. It is a guide to be referenced when navigating the trials of life. This makes it both a vivid distillation of the most important Stoic ideas and a tool for the practical application of the philosophy.

Chapter Subtitle: If you have assumed any character above your strength, you have both made an ill figure in that and quitted one which you might have supported.

Chapter: 37 of 53

Sections: 1

Author: Epictetus

37. If you have assumed any character above your strength, you have both made an ill figure in that and quitted one which you might have supported.