The Philosophy of Stoicism, Propounded by the Roman Slave-Philosopher Epictetus

question 22

Multiple Choice

The philosophy of stoicism, propounded by the Roman slave-philosopher Epictetus, declared what basic principle or idea?

• A) All humans are brothers and citizens of the world.
• B) The gods need not be feared, having no power over our lives.
• C) Human suffering arises in selfish attachment and craving.
• D) Truth can be reached only by contemplation of the Good.

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