Epictetus, Discourses | The Use of Argument and Logic | Philosophy Core Concepts

[@cazoon]

I believe Ron Hall (Secundum Naturam) is onto something when he conjectures that the Stoics used logic when determining proper ethical conduct. Such as:
If someone stops eating when satiated, that one is in accord with self-control. And If someone is in accord with self-control, that one is in accord with self-restraint. And If someone is in accord with self-restraint, that one is in accord with nature. Therefore If someone stops eating when satiated, that one is in accord with nature.

[@GregoryBSadler]

You could actually read the Stoic texts we have and see what syllogisms they usef

[@cazoon]

@@GregoryBSadler I believe Ron references Epitome of Stoic Ethics and Chapter 7 of Lives of the Philosophers.

[@GregoryBSadler]

@@cazoon Might be. I'm referencing Seneca and Epictetus. I'd spend more time with them and less with secondary sources myself

[@cazoon]

@@GregoryBSadler Thanks Dr. Sadler. I think I have gone through nearly everyone of your videos regarding Epictetus. I prefer your lessons on RUclips rather than the other stuff that is available. I am particularly interested in Epictetus’ views on anxiety and irrational fears, as these are things that i struggle with and need practical advice with. Thanks for all you do.