Chapter Forty
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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: Women from fourteen years old are flattered with the title of "mistresses" by the men.
40. Women from fourteen years old are flattered with the title of "mistresses" by the men.
Therefore, perceiving that they are regarded only as qualified to give the men pleasure, they begin to adorn themselves, and in that to place ill their hopes.
We should, therefore, fix our attention on making them sensible that they are valued for the appearance of decent, modest and discreet behavior.
Book: Handbook
Subtitle: The ancient summary of Epictetus's teachings and philosophy
Author: Epictetus
Chapter: Chapter Forty
Chapter Subtitle: Women from fourteen years old are flattered with the title of "mistresses" by the men.
Location: Chapter 40, Section 1
Content:
40. Women from fourteen years old are flattered with the title of "mistresses" by the men.
Therefore, perceiving that they are regarded only as qualified to give the men pleasure, they begin to adorn themselves, and in that to place ill their hopes.
We should, therefore, fix our attention on making them sensible that they are valued for the appearance of decent, modest and discreet behavior.