The philosopher Epictetus to Socrates
“For the soul, virtue is the perfection and moderation of life, of speech and mind and intellect, the highest and purest energy, and the works of virtue are the best, most thoughtful, great, full of moderation, participating in opportunity, contemplating the best end, and being joyful to be considered.”
(Translation: Virtue must be the perfection of the soul and the harmony of life, the most perfect and purest energy of speech, mind and thought. The works of virtue must be considered above all beneficent, good, spiritual, great, mature, appropriate to the circumstances, pioneering, with a goal perfectly studied and filled grace)
SUGGESTIONS: We are in the era of innovation Instead of wasting your time on harmful, meaningless or time-wasting activities such as abusing your mobile phone, TikTok, etc., it is better to set a goal in your life to achieve some higher purpose. Even if you work as an amateur, you may one day achieve two things:
First, to have the joy of creation and learning, to become virtuous and never get bored.
Second, you will have in your assets a remarkable work that can highlight you.
.How many amateurs have not become internationally famous (e.g. in Astronomy, Archaeology, Arts (ephebretes), Letters, etc.)? If you make your hobby a profession, even better. Don’t stay idle. “Mother of all evil” Time is the most precious and scarce good. It’s never too late to start
AMPHIKTYON (23/4/25)