Epictetus Quote Art Print | First Say To Yourself What You Would Be | Home Decor | Inspirational | Ancient Greek Poster

Bring timeless Stoic wisdom into your home or office with this elegant art print featuring the words of Epictetus: “First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.” Taken from Discourses, this quote is a daily reminder to live with intention, discipline, and purpose.

The artistic style is minimalist and refined, with clean black typography set against a crisp white background. The inclusion of Epictetus’ name in Greek (Επίκτητος) adds an authentic classical touch, making this piece both intellectually inspiring and visually striking. Its simplicity ensures it blends seamlessly with any décor style—modern, academic, or traditional—while offering a thoughtful centerpiece for reflection.

⭐ Inspiring Stoic philosophy from Epictetus’ Discourses
⭐ Minimalist black-and-white typography with Greek lettering detail
⭐ Printed on premium archival paper with giclée inks for museum-quality longevity
⭐ Perfect for studies, libraries, classrooms, or meditation spaces
⭐ An ideal gift for philosophy enthusiasts, students, or anyone pursuing intentional living

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Additional Information

**These prints are NOT framed, pictures of framed pieces are for example only.**

** Please remember that each computer monitor displays colors differently, therefore the color you see on your screen might be slightly different than the actual printed color **

**Please note that the image might be cropped slightly differently depending on the size of the paper that you order. This will not make any difference in terms of the quality of the photo or affect the point of image in any way**

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Shipping & Delivery

The shipping price on each item depends on the size of the print, the weight of the package and the distance the package travels.

**Orders will SHIP OUT within 2-4 business days. We ship out all orders in high quality photo mailers and heavyweight tubes to ensure the safety of each package.**

We use USPS to ship out all orders.

ONCE SHIPPED, orders WILL ARRIVE in 1-5 DAYS depending on your home’s proximity to our store. If available, we will also send an e-mail with the tracking number once the package has been shipped out.

Our shipping charges accurately reflect our cost of shipping and materials. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding your shipment.

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Returns & Exchanges

**Due to the unique creation of these prints, and because we print them as ordered, we do not accept returns for “not wanted” product.**

However, if you receive your product damaged, let us know and we’ll be happy to quickly resolve the issue. Please send pictures of the damage to the shipping envelope or tube as well as a picture of the damage to your print.

In an effort to quickly process your orders, we print new orders right away. If you placed the order by mistake, you can send us a request to cancel the order. However, if the order has been printed, we will not be able to cancel it.

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