Principal Doctrines, 1

Epicurus  translated by Peter Saint-Andre

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1That which is blissful and immortal has no troubles itself, nor does it cause trouble for others, so that it is not affected by anger or gratitude (for all such things come about through weakness).[1]

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Notes

  • [1] The Greek word μάκαρ, translated here as "blissful", could also be translated as "blessed" or as "completely happy".