This chapter explores the influence of Spinoza on Stoicism and highlights the similarities between his philosophy and Stoic principles. It discusses Spinoza's reading of Stoic texts, his definition of virtue, his view of God and the universe, and his belief in determinism. It also examines his criticism of the Stoics' complete control over emotions and his perspective on the possibility of becoming a Stoic sage.

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