The Christianity of Stoicism, also known as Selections from Arrian's Discourses of Epictetus, is a book that explores the philosophical teachings of Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher who lived in the 1st century AD. The book, compiled by Arrian, contains a collection of Epictetus' discourses on various topics such as ethics, morality, and the nature of reality.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Stoic philosophy. The first chapter discusses the importance of self-control ...
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The Christianity of Stoicism, also known as Selections from Arrian's Discourses of Epictetus, is a book that explores the philosophical teachings of Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher who lived in the 1st century AD. The book, compiled by Arrian, contains a collection of Epictetus' discourses on various topics such as ethics, morality, and the nature of reality.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Stoic philosophy. The first chapter discusses the importance of self-control and the need to cultivate a virtuous character. The second chapter delves into the nature of God and the universe, arguing that everything is interconnected and that we should strive to live in harmony with the world around us.Throughout the book, Epictetus stresses the importance of living a simple and humble life, free from material possessions and worldly desires. He also emphasizes the need to cultivate a sense of inner peace and tranquility, even in the face of adversity and hardship.Overall, The Christianity of Stoicism offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Stoic philosophy, and provides valuable insights into how we can live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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