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Epictetus purpose quotes frame purpose as serving virtue and fulfilling your role with integrity. He taught that meaning comes from how you act, not what you own. These purpose quotes by Epictetus highlight duty, inner direction, and a life centered on what matters.
"No man is free who is not master of himself."
"Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it."
"Freedom is the only worthy goal in life. It is won by disregarding things that lie beyond our control."
"God has entrusted me with myself."
"Attach yourself to what is spiritually superior, regardless of what other people think or do."
"First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do."
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