Epictetus Works (Discourses, Enchiridion, Fragments) (1866) - Page 19

THE DISCOURSES.

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ARRIAN TO LUCIUS GELLIUS Arrian was a student of Epictetus who transcribed his teacher's lectures; Lucius Gellius was the friend to whom he dedicated the collection.	. . . . . .	1

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I.	On the things that are, and the things that are not, within our own power	3
II.	How to maintain our character in every situation	7
III.	How the principle that God is the Father of humanity leads to practical consequences	12
IV.	On progress	13
V.	Concerning the Academics The Academics were philosophers of the school founded by Plato; by Epictetus's time, they were known for their skeptical view that certain knowledge is impossible.	17
VI.	On providence In Stoicism, "providence" refers to the rational and benevolent design of the universe by a divine intelligence.	18
VII.	On the use of formal logical reasoning	23
VIII.	That logical subtleties are dangerous for the uneducated	27
IX.	How to understand the consequences of our relationship to God	28
X.	Concerning those who seek advancement original: "preferment" in Rome	33
XI.	On natural affection This refers to storge, the natural emotional bond between family members, especially parents and children.	34
XII.	On contentment	40
XIII.	How everything may be done in a way that is pleasing to God	44
XIV.	That all things are under divine supervision	45
XV.	What philosophy promises	47
XVI.	On providence	48
XVII.	That the art of reasoning is necessary	51
XVIII.	That we should not be angry with those who make mistakes	54
XIX.	On the proper treatment of tyrants	57
XX.	How reason examines itself	61
XXI.	On the desire for admiration	63