Eph’ hēmin (ἐφ’ ἡμῖν)

eph’ hēmin • ef-hay-MEEN
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Meaning

Up to us; things that are within our own power, such as our opinions and desires.

In practice: The internal sphere where our true freedom lies.

Examples & notes

  • Only our own mental acts are truly eph’ hēmin.
  • Worrying about things not eph’ hēmin leads to misery.

Seen in

Epictetus

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