The Enchiridion
A manual of Stoic philosophy arranged by Epictetus's student Arrian, teaching fundamental principles of virtue and freedom through control of desires and acceptance of fate. The work emphasizes distinguishing between what is within our power—our judgments, will, and actions—and what is not, enabling readers to achieve peace and independence.
Divisions
- Note on the Text0 / 3
Editorial note on the second edition's minor corrections and added explanatory notes.
- Introduction0 / 14
Albert Salomon's introduction covers Epictetus's life, influence on modern philosophy, and the Enchiridion's role in Renaissance Stoicism.
- Selected Bibliography0 / 1
Annotated bibliography of sources on Epictetus, Stoicism, and its historical influence from classical to modern times.
- The Enchiridion0 / 65
Fifty-one numbered chapters presenting Epictetus's core teachings on virtue, fate, desire, duty, and the philosophical life.