Seneca
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Biography
Seneca the Younger, born around 4 BC, was a Roman Stoic philosopher, statesman, and dramatist. He was a tutor and advisor to Emperor Nero and played a significant role in Roman politics. Seneca is known for his philosophical works exploring Stoicism, ethics, and the nature of happiness. Despite his political career and close association with Nero, he advocated for moral virtues and individual self-improvement.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
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We learn not in the school, but in life.
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True happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future.
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He suffers more than necessary, who suffers before it is necessary.
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A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials.