Stoicism is the source of moral behavior that appears the most in these sources and is justified with promises of intangible rewards. For the first source, “Enchiridion”, Epictetus states that “stoic philosophy… must direct one’s way of life” (70). Romans are supposed to approach moral behavior by living life as “though [they’re] a guest at a dinner party” (71). Dinner party guests are supposed to act modest and wait for food to come their way, just like in life with regard to wealth and public honors. Epictetus also says to act as if they “are an actor in a drama, in a role chosen [for them] by the Author” (71). As long as a person plays the role, stoicism can lead him or her to “achieve worth and find peace [in his or her life] (70). The
