The Teaching of Epictetus
With Selections from the 'Dissertations' and 'Fragments'By Epictetus
Length5h 50m
About this audiobook
In "The Teaching of Epictetus," readers are drawn into the profound insights of one of the foremost Stoic philosophers of ancient Rome. This text distills key themes from Epictetus's teachings, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between what is within our control and what is not. Written in a pragmatic and accessible style, the work employs aphorisms and dialogues that engage the reader in a reflective examination of virtue, resilience, and the pursuit of a tranquil life amidst external chaos. The philosophical framework rests heavily on Stoic principles, contextualizing human existence within a greater cosmic order while addressing the inherent struggles of the human condition. Epictetus, born a slave in Hierapolis, later liberated himself to teach philosophy, profoundly shaping Stoicism's modern interpretation. His experiences of adversity and personal resilience served as the bedrock for his philosophical inquiries. He emphasizes inner freedom derived from self-mastery, expressing a life wholly embraced in accordance with reason and virtue. His teachings reflect a synthesis of personal experience and philosophical rigor, making them remarkably relevant even in contemporary discourse. This compelling collection is highly recommended for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Stoic philosophy. "The Teaching of Epictetus" offers practical wisdom for cultivating a balanced life, encouraging readers to confront their own challenges with stoic resolve. Whether you are a philosophy aficionado or a curious newcomer, Epictetus's wisdom provides timeless guidance for navigating the complexities of existence.
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Length5 hrs 50 mins
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Publish dateSep 18, 2023
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Table of contents
1CLEANTHES’ HYMN TO ZEUS.1
70the worth of women.
2BOOK I.
71a dull nature.
3the beginning of philosophy.
72of adornment of the person.
4on the natural conceptions.
73why we should bear with wrong.
5the master-faculty.
74that everything hath two handles.
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6the nature of the good.
75on certain false conclusions.
7the promise of philosophy.
76perception and judgment.
8the way of philosophy.
77that the philosopher shall exhibit to the vulgar deeds, not words.
9to the learner.
78ascesis.
10the cynic.1
79tokens.
11End of Book I.
80that the logical art is necessary.
12BOOK II.
81grammarian or sage.
13on genuine and borrowed beliefs.
82ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
14the game of life.
83constancy.
15things are what they are.
84how long?
16three steps to perfection.
85parts of philosophy.
17that a man may be both bold and fearful.
86memorabilia.1
18the wise man’s fear and the fool’s.
87THE END.
19appearances false and true.
88CLEANTHES’ HYMN TO ZEUS.
20how we should think as god’s offspring.
89BOOK I.
21the open door.
90Chapter I.
22know thyself.
91Chapter II.
23how we should bear ourselves towards evil men.
92Chapter III.
24the voyage of life.
93Chapter IV.
25the mark of effort.
94Chapter VI.
26faculties.
95Chapter VII.
27returns.
96Chapter VIII.
28the price of tranquillity.
97BOOK II.
29a choice.
98Chapter I.
30that where the heart is the bond is.
99Chapter II.
31that we lament not from within.
100Chapter IV.
32that a man may act his part but not choose it.
101Chapter V.
33distinctions.
102Chapter VI.
34that a man is sufficient to himself.
103Chapter VII.
35that every man fulfill his own task.
104Chapter VIII.
36the world’s price for the world’s worth.
105Chapter IX.
37aims of nature.
106Chapter X.
38the mind’s security.
107Chapter XI.
39that a man should be one man.
108Chapter XIII.
40End of Book II.
109Chapter XVIII.
41BOOK III.
110Chapter XXV.
42obligations.
111Chapter XXVII.
43against epicurus.
112BOOK III.
44against the epicureans and academics.
113Chapter II.
45on slavery.
114Chapter III.
46to the administrator of the free cities, who was an epicurean.
115Chapter IV.
47on statecraft.
116Chapter V.
48on friendship.
117Chapter VII.
49time and change.
118Chapter VIII.
50on solitude.
119Chapter IX.
51against the contentious and revengeful.
120Chapter X.
52End of Book III.
121BOOK IV.
53BOOK IV.
122Chapter II.
54of religion.
123Chapter III.
55of providence.
124Chapter IV.
56of providence.
125Chapter V.
57god in man.
126BOOK V.
58of divination.1
127Chapter I.
59End of Book IV
128Chapter II.
60BOOK V.
129Chapter VI.
61the behaviour of a philosopher.
130Chapter VII.
62on habit.
131Chapter XII.
63on disputation.
132Chapter XVI.
64that we should be slow in accepting pleasure.
133Chapter XX.
65that we should be open in our dealings.
134Chapter XXII.
66that half true may be all false.
135Chapter XXVI.
67that each man play his own part.
136NOTES ON PRINCIPAL PHILOSOPHIC TERMS USED BY EPICTETUS.
68that we should be careful of the soul as of the body.
137INDEX OF REFERENCES.
69the measure of gain.
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