If it's right, do it in plain sight.
Epictetus, Enchiridion 35
The source
"If it's right, do it in plain sight." Epictetus said it in Enchiridion 35. Translated by George Long, 1877.
"if it is right, why are you afraid of those who shall find fault wrongly?"George Long, 1877, Enchiridion 35.
Who said it
Epictetus (c. 50–135 AD). Born enslaved, became the most influential Stoic teacher of his age. His student Arrian wrote down the Discourses and the Enchiridion.
Questions
- Who said "If it's right, do it in plain sight."?
- Epictetus (c. 50–135 AD). Source: Enchiridion 35.
- What is the original wording?
- if it is right, why are you afraid of those who shall find fault wrongly? (George Long, 1877). Translated by George Long, 1877.
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