On old age and death
26:10
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.
10. “Think on death.” In saying this, he bids us think on freedom.
He who has learned to die has unlearned slavery; he is above any external power, or, at any rate, he is beyond it.
What terrors have prisons and bonds and bars for him?
His way out is clear.
There is only one chain which binds us to life, and that is the love of life.
The chain may not be cast off, but it may be rubbed away, so that, when necessity shall demand, nothing may retard or hinder us from being ready to do at once that which at some time we are bound to do.
Farewell.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On old age and death
Location: Chapter 26, Section 10
Content:
10. “Think on death.” In saying this, he bids us think on freedom.
He who has learned to die has unlearned slavery; he is above any external power, or, at any rate, he is beyond it.
What terrors have prisons and bonds and bars for him?
His way out is clear.
There is only one chain which binds us to life, and that is the love of life.
The chain may not be cast off, but it may be rubbed away, so that, when necessity shall demand, nothing may retard or hinder us from being ready to do at once that which at some time we are bound to do.
Farewell.