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Epictetus

God has entrusted me with myself.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Epictetus means that each person is responsible for their own character, choices, and actions as if they were given to them by a higher power. This implies a duty to take care of and govern oneself wisely, since that is the personal trust one has been given.

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