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It is not death or pain that is to be dreaded, but the fear of pain or death.
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It is not death or pain that is to be dreaded, but the fear of pain or death. — Epictetus

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Epictetus was a Philosopher from Ancient Rome (50–138).

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Who said "It is not death or pain that is to be dreaded, but the fear of pain or death."?
This quote is attributed to Epictetus, a Philosopher from Ancient Rome.
When did Epictetus live?
Epictetus lived from 50 – 138.
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