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Quotes by Lucius Annaeus Seneca

Lucius Annaeus Seneca was a Roman statesman, philosopher, and playwright.
Welcome to our collection of quotes by Lucius Annaeus Seneca. This page serves as a treasure trove of wisdom and insight from one of the most influential thinkers in ancient Rome. Seneca, a renowned statesman and Stoic philosopher, was known for his profound understanding of human nature, ethics, and the pursuit of a virtuous life. Explore his words of wisdom, as we present a curated selection of his quotes. Immerse yourself in Seneca's thoughts on topics ranging from philosophy and morality to success and resilience. Whether you seek inspiration, contemplation, or guidance, these quotes are sure to enlighten your mind and nourish your soul. Discover the timeless wisdom of Seneca and apply it to your own journey toward personal growth and fulfillment.

If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable. Read Summary

A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials. Read Summary

He who is brave is free. Read Summary

Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for a kindness. Read Summary

It is a rough road that leads to the heights of greatness. Read Summary

Anger, if not restrained, is frequently more hurtful to us than the injury that provokes it. Read Summary

As long as you live, keep learning how to live. Read Summary

Brave men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war. Read Summary

As is a tale, so is life: not how long it is, but how good it is, is what matters. Read Summary

A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool in the killer's hand. Read Summary

A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer. Read Summary

Life's like a play: it's not the length, but the excellence of the acting that matters. Read Summary

All cruelty springs from weakness. Read Summary

He that does good to another does good also to himself. Read Summary

A man's as miserable as he thinks he is. Read Summary

It is more fitting for a man to laugh at life than to lament over it. Read Summary

I shall never be ashamed of citing a bad author if the line is good. Read Summary

A great fortune is a great slavery. Read Summary

If a man knows not what harbor he seeks, any wind is the right wind. Read Summary

Ignorant people see life as either existence or non-existence, but wise men see it beyond both existence and non-existence to something that transcends them both; this is an observation of the Middle Way. Read Summary