Quote Verification
Epictetus — Enchiridion 5
Men are disturbed, not by things, but by the principles and notions which they form concerning things.
Attributed to Epictetus
Verdict
Verified
Verified in the cited chapter of Epictetus's Enchiridion in the Elizabeth Carter translation.
Representation of documented views: Accurately represents the person's views
Original wording and translation
Translator or edition: Elizabeth Carter translation, MIT Internet Classics Archive
Claimed source
Primary-source evidence
The wording above is traceable to Enchiridion, chapter 5 in the stated edition/translation. The Enchiridion is a handbook of Epictetus's teachings compiled by his student Arrian; this record verifies the wording in the cited English edition.
Evidence supporting authenticity
The cited text contains the quoted wording and identifies the work and edition. TBR therefore treats this as verified for that textual source.
Known or probable origin
Enchiridion, chapter 5.
Historical context
The Enchiridion is a handbook of Epictetus's teachings compiled by his student Arrian; this record verifies the wording in the cited English edition.
Translation and wording issues
The English wording is Elizabeth Carter's translation; other translations of the Greek may differ.
Does it represent the person's teachings?
The quotation is presented in the context of the cited work rather than as an unsourced aphorism.
Conclusion
Verified. The quotation is supported by the cited textual source and edition.
Sources used
- Epictetus — The Enchiridion, Elizabeth Carter translation Primary source