On the relativity of fame
43:5
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.
A good conscience welcomes the crowd, but a bad conscience, even in solitude, is disturbed and troubled.
If your deeds are honourable, let everybody know them; if base, what matters it that no one knows them, as long as you yourself know them?
How wretched you are if you despise such a witness!
Farewell.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On the relativity of fame
Location: Chapter 43, Section 5
Content:
5.
A good conscience welcomes the crowd, but a bad conscience, even in solitude, is disturbed and troubled.
If your deeds are honourable, let everybody know them; if base, what matters it that no one knows them, as long as you yourself know them?
How wretched you are if you despise such a witness!
Farewell.