https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion--7031715enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/928d93e506be8c20d2a1709de2d8c099.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion--7031715Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:58:21 +0000EpictetusGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgSelection of text from the four-volume work by Epictetus commonly referred to as the Discourses. The sections are mostly quite short but packed with wisdom and hard earned experience. Also included is the Encheiridion ("Manual"), a summary of...false50a1aa55-1556-584e-9ee5-52d255face1depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-euripides--74472109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74472109Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:06 +0000Epictetus"Iphigenia in Aulis," translated by Way, is a poignant exploration of sacrifice, duty, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in times of war. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, it delves into the complexities of familial loyalty and the...6263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--74425784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425784Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:39 +0000Epictetus"Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars" by Lucan presents a vivid and powerful portrayal of the tumultuous period of the Roman Civil Wars. This epic poem captures the intense drama and moral dilemmas faced by those embroiled in the conflict,...33803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trachiniai-campbell-translation-sophocles--74360163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74360163Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:57 +0000Epictetus"Trachiniai," translated by Campbell, is a powerful work by Sophocles that delves into themes of fate, love, and the human condition. This poignant tragedy explores the struggles of its characters against the backdrop of divine will and individual...4275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/golden-sayings-of-epictetus-epictetus--74290246https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74290246Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Epictetus"Golden Sayings of Epictetus" presents the profound teachings of the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, offering insights that encourage resilience and self-discipline. His sayings emphasize the importance of focusing on what we can control while accepting...9618falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/androcles-and-the-lion-george-bernard-shaw--74173939https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74173939Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:30 +0000Epictetus"Androcles and the Lion" by George Bernard Shaw is a thought-provoking play that explores themes of compassion, bravery, and the bond between humans and animals. The story centers around Androcles, a kind-hearted man who helps a wounded lion, leading...5944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchides-or-the-twin-sisters-titus-maccius-plautus--74114148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74114148Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:04 +0000Epictetus"Bacchides or, The Twin Sisters" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a comedic exploration of mistaken identities and the complexities of love and relationships. This play showcases Plautus's masterful use of humor and wit, as it delves into themes of...7712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mythology-jane-ellen-harrison--74066021https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74066021Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:39 +0000Epictetus"Mythology" by Jane Ellen Harrison explores the intricate tapestry of myths that have shaped human understanding and culture. Harrison delves into the origins and significance of various myths, offering insights into their enduring power and...11106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sappho-a-new-rendering-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso-sappho--74011799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74011799Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:28 +0000Epictetus"Sappho A New Rendering" brings to life the timeless poetry of Sappho through the lens of Publius Ovidius Naso, also known as Ovid. This work captures the essence of Sappho's lyrical genius, exploring themes of love, desire, and the complexities of...2139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-jebb-translation-sophocles--73955659https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73955659Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:46 +0000Epictetus"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Jebb, is a profound exploration of fate, redemption, and the human condition as it follows the tragic figure of Oedipus in his final days. Seeking solace in Colonus, he grapples with his past actions and the...6481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acharnians-billson-translation-aristophanes--73896717https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73896717Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:15 +0000Epictetus"Acharnians," translated by Billson, is a comedic play by Aristophanes that explores themes of war, peace, and the human desire for personal freedom. Set against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War, the protagonist seeks to broker a private peace...5752falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-jebb-translation-sophocles--73783916https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73783916Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:29 +0000Epictetus"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Jebb, is a profound exploration of fate, redemption, and the human condition as it follows the tragic figure of Oedipus in his final days. Set in the sacred grove of Colonus, the play reflects on themes of...6481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/institutio-oratoria-on-the-education-of-an-orator-volume-1-marcus-fabius-quintilianus--73747953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747953Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:40 +0000EpictetusInstitutio Oratoria, authored by Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, is a foundational work that delves into the art of rhetoric and the education of orators. Quintilian emphasizes the importance of developing not only technical skills in speech but also...34425falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-generation-and-corruption-aristotle--73719106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73719106Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:06 +0000Epictetus"On Generation and Corruption" by Aristotle delves into the fundamental processes of change and the nature of existence. This work explores the principles that govern the generation of beings and their eventual corruption, offering insights into the...12642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73696500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696500Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:15 +0000Epictetus"On the Ends of Good and Evil" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the fundamental principles that define morality and ethics, exploring the nature of good and evil. This work remains relevant today as it invites listeners to reflect on their own...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protagoras-plato-platon--73672074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73672074Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:07:54 +0000Epictetus"Protagoras-Plato" delves into the philosophical dialogues of Plato, centered around the thoughts and teachings of Protagoras, a preeminent figure in the realm of ethics and epistemology. This work explores the nature of virtue, knowledge, and the...11732falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moral-letters-vol-i-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73647382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73647382Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:40:10 +0000EpictetusMoral Letters, Vol. I by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a profound collection of philosophical writings that delve into the ethical and moral dilemmas of human existence. Seneca's letters offer timeless wisdom on topics such as virtue, the nature of...34769falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meno-plato-platon--73611435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73611435Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:14:59 +0000EpictetusMeno by Plato is a profound exploration of the nature of knowledge and virtue, delving into the question of whether virtue can be taught. Through a dialogue between Socrates and Meno, the text examines the complexities of understanding and the process...8682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-laches-text-87-119--73291914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291914Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:52:32 +0000Epictetus"01" by Laches (Text 87-119) delves into the profound teachings and philosophical inquiries that resonate through the ages. This work invites listeners to explore the nature of virtue, ethics, and the human experience, emphasizing the importance of...3744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion-epictetus--71996726https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996726Wed, 13 May 2026 22:16:55 +0000EpictetusSelection of text from the four-volume work by Epictetus commonly referred to as the Discourses. The sections are mostly quite short but packed with wisdom and hard earned experience. Also included is the Encheiridion ("Manual"), a summary of...26908antiquity,classics,discourses,encheiridion,epictetus,greek,latin,selection,stoicism,theoreticalfalsefull