On taking one's own life
77:19
Book Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Book Description: The second volume of Seneca's moral letters to Lucilius. Each letter contains Seneca's advice and wisdom won from a life of Roman politics.
19. “But,” says one, “I wish to live, for I am engaged in many honourable pursuits.
I am loth to leave life’s duties, which I am fulfilling with loyalty and zeal.” Surely you are aware that dying is also one of life’s duties?
You are deserting no duty; for there is no definite number established which you are bound to complete.
Book: Moral Letters Vol II
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On taking one's own life
Location: Chapter 77, Section 19
Content:
19. “But,” says one, “I wish to live, for I am engaged in many honourable pursuits.
I am loth to leave life’s duties, which I am fulfilling with loyalty and zeal.” Surely you are aware that dying is also one of life’s duties?
You are deserting no duty; for there is no definite number established which you are bound to complete.