Epictetus Quotes about Patience

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Nothing great is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig.

Nothing great is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig.

Epictetus

Inspirational, Patience, Greek Philosopher

Epictetus (1866). “The Works of Epictetus: Consisting of His Discourses, in Four Books, the Enchiridion, and Fragments”, p.48

The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forbearing.

Epictetus

Wise, Patience, Philosophical

No greater thing is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig. If you tell me that you desire a fig, I answer you that there must be time. Let it first blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen.

Epictetus

Life, Patience, Time

Epictetus (1866). “The Works of Epictetus: Consisting of His Discourses, in Four Books, the Enchiridion, and Fragments”, p.48