The Theory of Moral Sentiments · Character
Turenne
French military commander used as an example of self-command.
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First appearance: section iii of self command
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- Classical and Modern Moral Exemplars
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- Zeno
psychological · positive
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- Cato
psychological · positive
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See Turenne in section iii of self command