On pleasure and joy
59:1
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.
1.
I received great pleasure from your letter; kindly allow me to use these words in their everyday meaning, without insisting upon their Stoic import.
For we Stoics hold that pleasure is a vice.
Very likely it is a vice; but we are accustomed to use the word when we wish to indicate a happy state of mind.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On pleasure and joy
Location: Chapter 59, Section 1
Content:
1.
I received great pleasure from your letter; kindly allow me to use these words in their everyday meaning, without insisting upon their Stoic import.
For we Stoics hold that pleasure is a vice.
Very likely it is a vice; but we are accustomed to use the word when we wish to indicate a happy state of mind.