For if we had any sense, what else should we do, both in public and in private, than sing hymns and praise the deity, and recount all the favours that he has conferred!
Epictetus emphasizes the importance of recognizing and expressing gratitude for the blessings received from the divine. He suggests that both in our private lives and publicly, it is fitting to honor the deity through hymns and praise. This acknowledgment of divine favor serves as a reminder of the good in our lives and cultivates a sense of appreciation.
By encouraging the practice of singing hymns and recounting blessings, Epictetus implies that...