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A philosophy that saw self-possession as the key to an existence lived "in accordance with nature", Stoicism called for restraint of animal instincts and severing of emotional ties. Seneca's contribution to a seemingly unsympathetic creed was to transform it into an inspiring declaration of the dignity of the individual mind.

Timeless advice on the art of living well, from the celebrated Penguin Great Ideas seriesThe writings of the ancient Roman philosopher Seneca offer powerful insights into stoicism, morality and the importance of reason, and continue to provide profound guidance to many through their eloquence, lucidity and wisdom.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. The Penguin Great Ideas series brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are.

Throughout the centuries, Seneca has been admired as one of the greatest writers of antiquity. He has a way of expressing Stoic philosophy that makes it seem just as relevant to life today as it was two thousand years ago. Seneca taught that we should remain grounded in the present moment by being fully aware of the impermanence of life.In being clear-sighted and dealing with adversity head-on, it's possible to live a life of meaning and contentment in the here and now, truly enjoying nature, art, friends and loved ones. The rise and rise in popularity of Stoic philosophy has made Seneca's letters bedside reading for many.This collectible, hard-back edition of Letters from a Stoic includes an insightful and original Introduction by psychotherapist and Stoicism expert Donald Robertson, author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius (2019).

Stoic philosopher and tutor to the young emperor Nero, Seneca wrote moral essays - exercises in practical philosophy - on how to live in a troubled world. Strikingly applicable today, his thoughts on happiness and other subjects are here combined in a clear, modern translation with an introduction on Seneca's life and philosophy.

"Anger," Seneca notes, "is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured." In "On Anger," Seneca delves into this powerful emotion, taking the reader on a journey that is both thoughtful and instructive. Rather than dismissing anger as an unchangeable part of the human condition, Seneca dissects it, laying bare its roots and exposing its many faces. From understanding its cause to learning how to master it, the reader is guided through a series of reflections that are as relevant today as they were in ancient Rome. With wisdom and eloquence, "On Anger" provides a practical guide to this complex emotion.

A sabedoria estoica presente nos diálogos de Sêneca possuem tanta relevância atualmente quanto tiveram há séculos. Em Sobre a Tranquilidade da Alma, o filósofo traz a necessidade do aperfeiçoamento moral por meio de um estado ideal de serenidade. Já em Sobre a Vida Feliz, dedicado ao seu irmão mais velho, Gálio, oferece uma perspectiva profunda sobre o que é felicidade e como buscá-la.

Sêneca usou toda a liberdade do diálogo para explorar seus princípios estoicos. Este volume reúne três de seus escritos de valor imensurável: Da Providência é um pequeno ensaio escrito durante os últimos anos da vida do filósofo, no qual Sêneca coloca um ponto de vista singular a respeito das adversidades e da capacidade do homem (o sábio) em exercer suas virtudes. Sobre a Clemência trata da sabedoria do governante em exercer o seu poder com moderação, enquanto Sobre o Ócio aborda o uso racional do tempo.

Seneca's 'On Peace of Mind, ' presented through Aubrey Stewart's faithful translation, offers a practical guide to inner equilibrium. This philosophical treatise discusses strategies to maintain composure and mental fortitude amidst life's challenges. A concise and thoughtful read, it is essential for anyone looking to cultivate a resilient and peaceful mind.

"""Sometimes even to live is an act of courage." Lucius Annaeus Seneca was a dramatist, statesman and a Stoic philosopher and his writings are believed to be the foremost works on the philosophy of Stoicism. Exiled and later forced to take his life over an alleged conspiracy of assassinating a Roman Emperor, Seneca drew strength from his belief in Stoicism that led him to see his sufferings in a positive light. Seneca wrote a series of letters, where he propagates this philosophy of 'livingwell' or Eudaimonia while detailing aspects of life including friendship, pleasure, aspirations, selfcontrol, suicide, fears and oldage. Though centuries old, the philosophy is still relevant today as the followers appreciate virtues, meaning and the purpose of life Stoicism offers.""

Seneca: Von der Kürze des LebensLesefreundlicher Großdruck in 16-pt-SchriftGroßformat, 210 x 297 mmBerliner Ausgabe, 2023Durchgesehener Neusatz bearbeitet und eingerichtet von Theodor Borken»De brevitate vitae«, verfasst um 49 n. Chr. Hier in der Übersetzung von Otto Apelt, »Seneca, Lucius Annaeus, Philosophus: Philosophische Schriften. 2: Der Dialoge zweiter Teil«, Leipzig, Meiner, 1923.Der Text dieser Ausgabe wurde behutsam an die neue deutsche Rechtschreibung angepasst.Umschlaggestaltung von Thomas Schultz-Overhage unter Verwendung des Bildes: Peter Paul Rubens, Der sterbende Seneca (Ausschnitt), 1613.Gesetzt aus der Minion Pro, 16 pt.Henricus - Edition Deutsche Klassik GmbH

Seneca the Younger was a playwright, essayist, lecturer (and tutor to the emperor Nero) who remains one of the most important Stoic philosophers. Emphasizing both theory and practical advice, Seneca's writing is perfectly suited to contemporary readers. He articulated the difficulties of living ethically and influenced many writers, including Marcus Aurelius, Michel de Montaigne, Dante Alighieri, Tertullian, Baruch Spinoza, and Edmund Burke.

Otto Apelts erstmals 1923/24 vorgelegte, vollständige Übersetzung aller philosophischen Schriften Senecas gilt bis heute als unübertroffen. Einleitungen und zusammenfassende Inhaltsübersichten erleichtern den Zugang zu den Dialogen und 124 Briefen.Band I: Der Dialoge erster Teil (Buch I¿VI):Von der göttlichen Vorsehung | Von der Unerschütterlichkeit des Weisen | Drei Bücher vom Zorn | ­Trostschrift an MarciaBand II: Der Dialoge zweiter Teil (Buch VII¿XII):Vom glücklichen Leben | Von der Muße | Von der ­Gemütsruhe | Von der Kürze des Lebens | TrostschriftenBand III: Briefe an Lucilius. Erster Teil. Briefe 1¿81Band IV: Briefe an Lucilius. Zweiter Teil. Briefe 82¿124

Otto Apelts erstmals 1923/24 vorgelegte, vollständige Übersetzung aller philosophischen Schriften Senecas gilt bis heute als unübertroffen. Einleitungen und zusammenfassende Inhaltsübersichten erleichtern den Zugang zu den Dialogen und 124 Briefen.Band I: Der Dialoge erster Teil (Buch I¿VI):Von der göttlichen Vorsehung | Von der Unerschütterlichkeit des Weisen | Drei Bücher vom Zorn | ­Trostschrift an MarciaBand II: Der Dialoge zweiter Teil (Buch VII¿XII):Vom glücklichen Leben | Von der Muße | Von der ­Gemütsruhe | Von der Kürze des Lebens | TrostschriftenBand III: Briefe an Lucilius. Erster Teil. Briefe 1¿81Band IV: Briefe an Lucilius. Zweiter Teil. Briefe 82¿124

Otto Apelts erstmals 1923/24 vorgelegte, vollständige Übersetzung aller philosophischen Schriften Senecas gilt bis heute als unübertroffen. Einleitungen und zusammenfassende Inhaltsübersichten erleichtern den Zugang zu den Dialogen und 124 Briefen.Band I: Der Dialoge erster Teil (Buch I¿VI):Von der göttlichen Vorsehung | Von der Unerschütterlichkeit des Weisen | Drei Bücher vom Zorn | ­Trostschrift an MarciaBand II: Der Dialoge zweiter Teil (Buch VII¿XII):Vom glücklichen Leben | Von der Muße | Von der ­Gemütsruhe | Von der Kürze des Lebens | TrostschriftenBand III: Briefe an Lucilius. Erster Teil. Briefe 1¿81Band IV: Briefe an Lucilius. Zweiter Teil. Briefe 82¿124

Otto Apelts erstmals 1923/24 vorgelegte, vollständige Übersetzung aller philosophischen Schriften Senecas gilt bis heute als unübertroffen. Einleitungen und zusammenfassende Inhaltsübersichten erleichtern den Zugang zu den Dialogen und 124 Briefen.Band I: Der Dialoge erster Teil (Buch I¿VI):Von der göttlichen Vorsehung | Von der Unerschütterlichkeit des Weisen | Drei Bücher vom Zorn | ­Trostschrift an MarciaBand II: Der Dialoge zweiter Teil (Buch VII¿XII):Vom glücklichen Leben | Von der Muße | Von der ­Gemütsruhe | Von der Kürze des Lebens | TrostschriftenBand III: Briefe an Lucilius. Erster Teil. Briefe 1¿81Band IV: Briefe an Lucilius. Zweiter Teil. Briefe 82¿124

Delve into the profound philosophical insights of one of ancient Rome's most celebrated Stoic thinkers with "The Dialogues of Seneca." This compilation presents twelve enlightening essays that explore human virtues, emotions, and life's profound questions.On Anger: A rational examination of the destructive emotion.On Benefits: A reflective inquiry into the nature of kindness and gratitude.On Clemency: A compelling argument for mercy and compassion, written to Emperor Nero.On Consolation (To Helvia, Marcia, Polybius): Three moving texts that provide solace to different individuals during times of distress.On Leisure: The exploration of the value and purpose of free time.On Peace of Mind: A meditation on the tranquility and harmony of the soul.On Providence: A deep reflection on fate and the governance of the world.On a Happy Life: A discourse on what constitutes a truly joyful and fulfilling existence.On the Firmness of the Wise Person: A study on the resilience and steadfastness of wisdom.On the Shortness of Life: A poignant reminder of life's fleeting nature and a call to live fully.Seneca's writings, composed as dialogues and essays, continue to inspire readers around the world. His thought-provoking discussions on ethics, morality, and the human condition are as relevant today as they were nearly two millennia ago.This edition brings together these timeless texts in one volume, providing both scholars and general readers with access to Seneca's wisdom. Whether you're a student of philosophy or someone looking for guidance in everyday life, "The Dialogues of Seneca" offers an indispensable window into ancient wisdom.

Depicts a posthumous trial in which the recently deceased Emperor Claudius makes the case for his elevation to the company of the gods.

Seneca believed that life is only a journey toward death and that one must rehearse for death throughout life. Here, he tells us how to practice for death, how to die well, and how to understand the role of a good death in a good life. He stresses the universality of death, its importance as life's final rite of passage, and its ability to liberate us from pain, slavery, or political oppression. Featuring beautifully rendered new translations, How to Die also includes an enlightening introduction, notes, the original Latin texts, and an epilogue presenting Tacitus's description of Seneca's grim suicide

"Death is a release from and an end of all pains: beyond it our sufferings cannot extend: it restores us to the peaceful rest in which we lay before we were born."Dealing mainly with the themes of death and suffering, Seneca makes philosophy appear here as a form of therapy, Stoic introspection allowing to find meaning in the most painful situations. Therefore it is essential to cultivate self-control and focus on the positive. Death, moreover, should not be feared, it is an integral part of the human condition and should be accepted in a serene manner.This premium edition comes with a beautiful Easy-to-Read layout which makes reading comfortable.

"Life is long if you know how to use it." -SenecaOn the Shortness of Life is a moral essay written by Lucius Annaeus Seneca, a Roman Stoic philosopher, sometime around the year 49 AD, to his father-in-law Paulinus. The philosopher brings up many Stoic principles on the nature of time, namely that people waste much of it in meaningless pursuits. According to the essay, nature gives people enough time to do what is really important and the individual must allot it properly. In general, time is best used by living in the present moment in pursuit of the intentional, purposeful life.With its brash rejection of materialism, conventional lifestyles and group-think, On the Shortness of Life is as relevant as ever. Seneca anticipates the modern world. The Stoic writings of the philosopher Seneca offer powerful insights into the art of living, the importance of reason and morality, and continue to provide profound guidance to many through their eloquence, lucidity and timeless wisdom.

SOBRE O AUTORLúcio Aneu Sêneca (em latim: Lucius Annaeus Seneca) nasceu em Córdoba (Espanha) por volta do ano 4 a. C. Conhecido pelo caráter moral de suas obras, o filósofo, escritor e político foi um dos principais representantes do Estoicismo no Império Romano, e cuja obra exerceu grande influência na história do pensamento filosófico, sobretudo em questões que tratam da liberdade interior e do autodomínio. Foi enviado a Roma ainda durante a infância, onde assimilou ensinamentos do pitagorismo e do estoicismo. Teve participação ativa na vida política, sendo que ocupou lugar de destaque no Senado, tornando-se o principal conselheiro do infame imperador Nero. No entanto, não demorou para que o imperador acusasse o filósofo de traí-lo em uma conspiração de Pisão, que teria planejado o assassinato de Nero, quem ordenou o suicídio do filósofo em 65 d. C.

'El tiempo que tenemos no es corto; es que perdemos mucho.'Si Séneca es un clásico es porque fue capaz de acuñar reflexiones que han interpelado a lectores de todas las épocas hasta nuestros días. Orador destacado de la Roma imperial, en estos ensayos nos presenta un pensamiento ecléctico, alejado de los dogmatismos, que va más allá de preceptos de la escuela estoica. Nos insta a pensar por nosotros mismos y a alejarnos siempre que sea necesario de las creencias de la masa para acceder a la felicidad, y nos propone, a la manera del sabio, limpiar nuestro día a día de ocupaciones superfluas como vía para alargar la vida. Recordatorios que parecen escritos expresamente para nuestro presente atareado y lleno de discursos homogéneos.'Busquemos lo que es mejor, no lo que es más común, o frecuente, y lo que nos lleve a la posesión de la eterna felicidad, no a lo que aprueba el vulgo, muy mal intérprete de la verdad. Y por vulgo entiendo tanto a los que visten clámide como a los que llevan corona.'Este volumen incluye los tratados De la felicidad, De la vida retirada o el ocio, De la serenidad del alma y De la brevedad de la vida.

Seneca: Von der Kürze des Lebens»De brevitate vitae«, verfasst um 49 n. Chr. Hier in der Übersetzung von Otto Apelt, »Seneca, Lucius Annaeus, Philosophus: Philosophische Schriften. 2: Der Dialoge zweiter Teil«, Leipzig, Meiner, 1923.Neuausgabe.Herausgegeben von Karl-Maria Guth.Berlin 2023.Der Text dieser Ausgabe wurde behutsam an die neue deutsche Rechtschreibung angepasst.Umschlaggestaltung von Thomas Schultz-Overhage unter Verwendung des Bildes: Peter Paul Rubens, Der sterbende Seneca (Ausschnitt), 1613.Gesetzt aus der Minion Pro, 11.5 pt.Henricus - Edition Deutsche Klassik GmbH

I en tid med stor interesse for stoiske tanker formidlet af moderne tænkere (fx Martha Nussbaum og på dansk grund Svend Brinkmann) bør stoikernes autentiske stemmer også høres.Den romerske stoiker Senecas trøsteskrift til sin mor Helvia er en tekst med et dobbelt livsfilosofisk indhold, der behandler både, hvordan individet selv ved filosofiens hjælp kan håndtere sin egen ulykke, og hvordan den pårørende, der sørger over ens ulykke eller død, kan bearbejde sorgen. Teksten er skrevet fra Senecas ufrivillige eksil på Korsika, men omhandler eksil i bredere eksistentiel forstand: udlændighed, fattigdom, foragt eller lignende kriser mennesket kommer ud for, idet det tumler gennem tilværelsen, underlagt tilfældets kræfter og kosmossets love.Oversætter Susanne Høeg og litteraturkritiker Mette Leonard. Høeg har suppleret oversættelsen med en tilgængelig og aktualiserende indføring i Seneca og stoicismen.