Leisure without books is death, and burial of a man alive.
SENECAWhat need is there to weep over parts of life? The whole of it calls for tears.
More Seneca Quotes
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It does not matter how many books you have, but how good the books are which you have.
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Nothing is more honorable than a grateful heart.
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Regard a friend as loyal, and you will make him loyal.
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Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.
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Be not dazzled by beauty, but look for those inward qualities which are lasting.
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A man is as unhappy as he has convinced himself he is.
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If you don’t know, ask. You will be a fool for the moment, but a wise man for the rest of your life.
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A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer.
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A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.
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Often a very old man has no other proof of his long life than his age.
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He who asks with timidity invites a refusal.
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Be silent as to services you have rendered, but speak of favours you have received.
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No good thing is pleasant without friends to share it.
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The great thing is to know when to speak and when to keep quiet.
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There is nothing wrong with changing a plan when the situation has changed.
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