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Handbook

Epictetus

Chapter Nine

Handbook - Chapter Nine

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: Sickness is a hindrance to the body, but not to your ability to choose, unless that is your choice.

Chapter: 9 of 53

Sections: 1

Author: Epictetus

9. Sickness is a hindrance to the body, but not to your ability to choose, unless that is your choice.

Lameness is a hindrance to the leg, but not to your ability to choose.

Say this to yourself with regard to everything that happens, then you will see such obstacles as hindrances to something else, but not to yourself.