14.
It is necessary for me to pass from this topic to another, in order to prove my point.
For the question is asked, whether the wise man will weigh his opinions, or whether he will apply to others for advice.
Now he is compelled to do this when he approaches state and home duties—everything, so to speak, that is mortal.
He needs outside advice on such matters, as does the physician, the pilot, the attorney, or the pleader of cases.
Hence, the wise will sometimes help the wise; for they will persuade each other.
But in these matters of great import also,—aye, of divine import, as I have termed them,—the wise man can also be useful by discussing honourable things in common, and by contributing his thoughts and ideas.
Book: Moral Letters Vol III
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On the fellowship of wise men
Location: Chapter 109, Section 14
Content:
14.
It is necessary for me to pass from this topic to another, in order to prove my point.
For the question is asked, whether the wise man will weigh his opinions, or whether he will apply to others for advice.
Now he is compelled to do this when he approaches state and home duties—everything, so to speak, that is mortal.
He needs outside advice on such matters, as does the physician, the pilot, the attorney, or the pleader of cases.
Hence, the wise will sometimes help the wise; for they will persuade each other.
But in these matters of great import also,—aye, of divine import, as I have termed them,—the wise man can also be useful by discussing honourable things in common, and by contributing his thoughts and ideas.