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100	1		_aEpictetus, _d55-135
245	1	4	_aThe Golden Sayings of Epictetus, with the Hymn of Cleanthes
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-02-05
508			_aDavid P. Steelman and David Widger
520			_a"The Golden Sayings of Epictetus" by Epictetus is a philosophical work that presents a collection of ethical maxims and reflections attributed to the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, likely written in the first century AD. The book emphasizes the importance of morality, self-discipline, and understanding one's role within the greater cosmos, focusing on living in accordance with nature and divine reason. At the start of "The Golden Sayings of Epictetus," the reader is introduced to themes of gratitude towards the divine and the significance of recognizing one's purpose in life. Epictetus calls for a hymn of praise to God, emphasizing the gifts of knowledge and reason bestowed upon humanity. He contrasts the lives of those who become distracted by material pleasures with individuals who focus on their true purpose as rational beings. The philosopher encourages readers to contemplate their relationship with the divine and recognize the higher responsibilities they hold as citizens of the world. This opening portion sets a tone of introspection and urges individuals to seek wisdom and moral integrity in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPhilosophy
653			_aStoics
700	1		_aCrossley, Hastings, _d1846-1926
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/871
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