On asthma and death
54:4
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.
4. “What?” I say to myself; “does death so often test me?
Let it do so; I myself have for a long time tested death.” “When?” you ask.
Before I was born.
Death is non-existence, and I know already what that means.
What was before me will happen again after me.
If there is any suffering in this state, there must have been such suffering also in the past, before we entered the light of day.
As a matter of fact, however, we felt no discomfort then.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On asthma and death
Location: Chapter 54, Section 4
Content:
4. “What?” I say to myself; “does death so often test me?
Let it do so; I myself have for a long time tested death.” “When?” you ask.
Before I was born.
Death is non-existence, and I know already what that means.
What was before me will happen again after me.
If there is any suffering in this state, there must have been such suffering also in the past, before we entered the light of day.
As a matter of fact, however, we felt no discomfort then.