On the shortness of life
49:2
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.
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It was but a moment ago that I sat, as a lad, in the school of the philosopher Sotion, but a moment ago that I began to plead in the courts, but a moment ago that I lost the desire to plead, but a moment ago that I lost the ability.
Infinitely swift is the flight of time, as those see more clearly who are looking backwards.
For when we are intent on the present, we do not notice it, so gentle is the passage of time’s headlong flight.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On the shortness of life
Location: Chapter 49, Section 2
Content:
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It was but a moment ago that I sat, as a lad, in the school of the philosopher Sotion, but a moment ago that I began to plead in the courts, but a moment ago that I lost the desire to plead, but a moment ago that I lost the ability.
Infinitely swift is the flight of time, as those see more clearly who are looking backwards.
For when we are intent on the present, we do not notice it, so gentle is the passage of time’s headlong flight.