169. No pain no gain, says Musonius

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169. No pain no gain, says Musonius

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Musonius Rufus, in an implicit rebuttal to the Epicureans, reminds us of all the things that is worth experiencing pain to achieve, most importantly being a good, just, and temperate person.

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169. No pain no gain, says Musonius

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