On discursiveness in reading
2:6
Book Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Book Description: Full of insight and wisdom, Seneca's letters are a Stoic treasure. They've influenced famous philosophers, leaders, and students over the centuries. Each letter can be read on its own. By reading this volume you'll absorb the thoughts of a thoughtful Stoic aimed at living well.
6.
He says: “Contented poverty is an honourable estate.” Indeed, if it be contented, it is not poverty at all.
It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.
What does it matter how much a man has laid up in his safe, or in his warehouse, how large are his flocks and how fat his dividends, if he covets his neighbour’s property, and reckons, not his past gains, but his hopes of gains to come?
Do you ask what is the proper limit to wealth?
It is, first, to have what is necessary, and, second, to have what is enough.
Farewell.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On discursiveness in reading
Location: Chapter 2, Section 6
Content:
6.
He says: “Contented poverty is an honourable estate.” Indeed, if it be contented, it is not poverty at all.
It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.
What does it matter how much a man has laid up in his safe, or in his warehouse, how large are his flocks and how fat his dividends, if he covets his neighbour’s property, and reckons, not his past gains, but his hopes of gains to come?
Do you ask what is the proper limit to wealth?
It is, first, to have what is necessary, and, second, to have what is enough.
Farewell.