Epictetus studied Stoic philosophy under Musonius Rufus and after manumission, his formal emancipation from slavery, he began to teach philosophy. When philosophers were banished …

Epictetus (born ad 55, probably at Hierapolis, Phrygia [now Pamukkale, Turkey]—died c. 135, Nicopolis, Epirus [Greece]) was a Greek philosopher associated with the Stoics, remembered …

Dec 23, 2008 · A Greek philosopher of 1 st and early 2 nd centuries C.E., and an exponent of Stoic ethics notable for the consistency and power of his ethical thought and for effective …

Written in Koine Greek, the everyday contemporary form of the language, Epictetus’ Discourses appear to record the exchanges between Epictetus and his students after formal teaching had …

Oct 1, 2024 · Epictetus’s journey from slavery to philosophical mastery is a testament to the power of the human spirit. His teachings encourage us to focus on what we can control, …

Oct 9, 2025 · Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher, taught focus on what you can control and accept what you cannot. After gaining his freedom from slavery, he opened his school and taught the …

Here you will find a short introduction to Epictetus, suggested readings, three exercises/lessons from him as well as a selection of quotes. You can also read our introduction to Stoicism if you …