The Theory of Moral Sentiments · Character
Parmenio
Macedonian general cited in examples of loyalty and judgment.
minor
Also known as the venerable Parmenio
First appearance: section iii of self command
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With Philip (professional): Parmenio served as a trusted general under King Philip II of Macedon. With Alexander the Great (professional): Parmenio was a senior general and advisor to Alexander, though their…
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- Professional
- Psychological
- Other
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- Ambitious and Self-Love Figures
- Classical and Modern Moral Exemplars
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- Philip
professional · positive
Parmenio served as a trusted general under King Philip II of Macedon. How this plays out →
- Alexander the Great
professional · ambivalent
- Epicurus
psychological · ambivalent
- Philip
professional · positive
Parmenio served as a trusted general under King Philip II of Macedon. How this plays out →
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See Parmenio in section iii of self command