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23. Ethics / C. Virtue Theory / 2. Elements of Virtue Theory / e. Character

433	For man character is destiny [Heraclitus]
	Full Idea: For man character is destiny.
	From: Heraclitus (fragments/reports [c.500 BCE], B119), quoted by John Stobaeus - Anthology 4.40.23
	A reaction: This is the extreme opposite of Sartre's existentialist claim that we can entirely change ourselves. Personally I am with Heraclitus, though I don't see why our destined character shouldn't be modified (e.g. by education).