Yes. He showed unusual abilities and served as a slave to Epaphroditus. He was sent to study under Musonius Rufus, the most powerful Stoic since the days of Zeno. He was a crippled slave who eventually gained his freedom, moved to Rome and lived out the rest of his life as a teacher.
Epictetus was a slave.
a slave
A greek one
Epictetus
Epictetus, a Greek Philosopher, is most famous for his views on life - specifically, on the presence of fate in people's lives. He did teach, however, that self-discipline is key to controlling one's life.
Epictetus was a slave.
a slave
A greek one
he was a famous greek philosopher & had many great quotes!!!!!!!!@@@@@@@@####
Epictetus
Epictetus
Yes, Epictetus was a Stoic philosopher. He is known for his teachings that emphasize self-discipline, acceptance of fate, and focusing on what is in our control. His works, recorded by his student Arrian, have had a significant influence on Stoic philosophy.
Epictetus, a Greek Philosopher, is most famous for his views on life - specifically, on the presence of fate in people's lives. He did teach, however, that self-discipline is key to controlling one's life.
The most important Roman philosopher was Seneca. Other prominent philosophers were Cicero, Epictetus (he was Greek, but lived in Rome), Plotinus and Boethius. The emperor Marcus Aurelius was also a philosopher.
Enchiridion of Epictetus was created in 125.
Epictetus (c. 55 C.E. - c. 135 C.E.)
Empedocles died in -430.