On a promising pupil
34:2
Book Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
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I claim you for myself; you are my handiwork.
When I saw your abilities, I laid my hand upon you, I exhorted you, I applied the goad and did not permit you to march lazily, but roused you continually.
And now I do the same; but by this time I am cheering on one who is in the race and so in turn cheers me on.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On a promising pupil
Location: Chapter 34, Section 2
Content:
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I claim you for myself; you are my handiwork.
When I saw your abilities, I laid my hand upon you, I exhorted you, I applied the goad and did not permit you to march lazily, but roused you continually.
And now I do the same; but by this time I am cheering on one who is in the race and so in turn cheers me on.