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On the Shortness of Life

Lucius Annaeus Seneca

On the Shortness of Life

On the Shortness of Life

Lucius Annaeus Seneca

On the Shortness of Life, written by Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca the Younger around 49 AD, is a moral essay addressing the nature of time and how it is often wasted on trivial pursuits. Seneca argues that individuals are given sufficient time to achieve what truly matters, emphasizing the importance of living intentionally and in the present moment. This work encapsulates key Stoic principles and remains a significant philosophical text on the value of time management and purposeful living.

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