Full Idea
To show reverence for a wise man is itself a great good for him who reveres [the wise man].
Gist of Idea
It is a great good to show reverence for a wise man
Source
Epicurus (Principle Doctrines ('Kuriai Doxai') (frags) [c.290 BCE], 32)
Book Reference
Epicurus: 'The Epicurus Reader', ed/tr. Inwood,B. /Gerson,L. [Hackett 1994], p.38
A Reaction
It is characteristic of Epicurus to move up a level in his thinking, and not merely respect wisdom, but ask after the value of his own respect. Compare Idea 14517. Nice.
Related Idea
Idea 14517 We value our own character, whatever it is, and we should respect the characters of others [Epicurus]