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If virtue promises happiness, prosperity and peace, then progress in virtue is progress in each of these for to whatever
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"If virtue promises happiness, prosperity and peace, then progress in virtue is progress in each of these for to whatever point the perfection of anything brings us, progress is always an approach toward it"

- Epictetus

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This quote by Epictetus talks to the idea that virtue is the crucial to attaining joy, success, and peace. He recommends that by making development in virtue, we are making progress in each of these locations. He is saying that if we strive to become more virtuous, we will be rewarded with a better life. He is likewise indicating that excellence is obtainable, which progress is the method to arrive. He is motivating us to strive for excellence, and to keep making progress in our virtue. He is recommending that if we concentrate on ending up being more virtuous, we will be rewarded with a better life. He is stressing the value of virtue and how it can cause a better life. He is encouraging us to pursue excellence and to keep making progress in our virtue. He is reminding us that progress is the key to accomplishing our objectives which it is possible to reach perfection.

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Epictetus This quote is written / told by Epictetus between 55 AC and 135 AC. He was a famous Philosopher from Greece. The author also have 53 other quotes.

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