# Parmenio — The Theory of Moral Sentiments character guide

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

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the venerable Parmenio

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

## Who they are

Macedonian general cited in examples of loyalty and judgment.

## Relationships

### [Philip](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_theory_of_moral_sentiments_se/characters/philip)

_professional_

Parmenio served as a trusted general under King Philip II of Macedon.

### [Alexander the Great](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_theory_of_moral_sentiments_se/characters/alexander_the_great)

_professional_

Parmenio was a senior general and advisor to Alexander, though their relationship grew strained over time.

### [Epicurus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_theory_of_moral_sentiments_se/characters/epicurus)

_psychological_

Epicurus is contrasted with Parmenio to illustrate different motivations for action.

### [Philip](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_theory_of_moral_sentiments_se/characters/philip)

_professional_

Parmenio served as a trusted general under King Philip II of Macedon.

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