Proēgmena (προηγμένα)

proēgmena • pro-ay-MEH-nah
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Meaning

Preferred indifferents; things that are in accordance with nature but not morally good.

In practice: Things to be pursued if possible, like health, wealth, or family.

Examples & notes

  • Wealth is a proēgmena; it is better to have it, but it doesn't make you a better person.

Seen in

Zeno of Citium

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