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Epictetus

Epictetus

50 CE–135 CE · Hierapolis (Phrygia)

Former slave who became a leading Stoic teacher; his Discourses and Enchiridion (Handbook) are central texts of practical Stoic ethics.

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Hierapolis (Phrygia)

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Born into slavery c.55 CE at Hierapolis in Phrygia (modern Pamukkale). His very name, Epiktētos, simply means 'acquired/purchased'.

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Works(5)

Influenced byMusonius RufusEpictetusShapedMarcus Aurelius