# Epictetus — The Theory of Moral Sentiments character guide

> Epictetus in The Theory of Moral Sentiments by Adam Smith.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0058-section-iii-of-self-command

## Who they are

Stoic philosopher whose teachings on self-command are discussed.

## In the story

### [Part III: Of the Foundation of Our Judgments Concerning Our Own Sentiments and Conduct, and of the Sense of Duty](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_theory_of_moral_sentiments_se/chapters/part-iii-of-the-foundation-of-our-judgments-concerning-our-own-sentiments-and-conduct-and-of-the-sense-of-duty)

Referenced in the context of Stoic philosophy and self-command.

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