On noble aspirations
39:5
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.
5.
What enemy was ever so insolent to any opponent as are their pleasures to certain men?
The only excuse that we can allow for the incontinence and mad lust of these men is the fact that they suffer the evils which they have inflicted upon others.
And they are rightly harassed by this madness, because desire must have unbounded space for its excursions, if it transgresses nature’s mean.
For this has its bounds, but waywardness and the acts that spring from wilful lust are without boundaries.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On noble aspirations
Location: Chapter 39, Section 5
Content:
5.
What enemy was ever so insolent to any opponent as are their pleasures to certain men?
The only excuse that we can allow for the incontinence and mad lust of these men is the fact that they suffer the evils which they have inflicted upon others.
And they are rightly harassed by this madness, because desire must have unbounded space for its excursions, if it transgresses nature’s mean.
For this has its bounds, but waywardness and the acts that spring from wilful lust are without boundaries.