The World Of Epictetus Analysis

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Individual’s human behaviors are interesting facets in connection to philosophical wisdom, especially regarding people from the past, present, and future. James Bond Stockdale like most young budding professionals sat in classes wondering why such matters of philosophical wisdom like good and evil as well as ethics must be comprehended. Yet, unbeknownst to Stockdale those particular lessons and Epictetus’s words of wisdom a man from the far past not only saved his life but taught Stockdale a way to process chaotic life. Stockdale’s article The World of Epictetus depicts his ability not only cope, but embrace stepping into the role of a POW in the Vietnam War under cruel and painful conditions by implementing cognitive philosophical wisdom.