On practising what you preach
20:7
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.
7. “But what,” you say, “will become of my crowded household without a household income?” If you stop supporting that crowd, it will support itself; or perhaps you will learn by the bounty of poverty what you cannot learn by your own bounty.
Poverty will keep for you your true and tried friends; you will be rid of the men who were not seeking you for yourself, but for something which you have.
Is it not true, however, that you should love poverty, if only for this single reason,—that it will show you those by whom you are loved?
O when will that time come, when no one shall tell lies to compliment you!
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On practising what you preach
Location: Chapter 20, Section 7
Content:
7. “But what,” you say, “will become of my crowded household without a household income?” If you stop supporting that crowd, it will support itself; or perhaps you will learn by the bounty of poverty what you cannot learn by your own bounty.
Poverty will keep for you your true and tried friends; you will be rid of the men who were not seeking you for yourself, but for something which you have.
Is it not true, however, that you should love poverty, if only for this single reason,—that it will show you those by whom you are loved?
O when will that time come, when no one shall tell lies to compliment you!