The great thing is to know when to speak and when to keep quiet.
SENECABegin at once to live, and count each separate day as a separate life.
More Seneca Quotes
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You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in all that you desire.
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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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To govern was to serve, not to rule.
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When you see a man in distress, recognize him as a fellow man.
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There is nothing wrong with changing a plan when the situation has changed.
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He who seeks wisdom is a wise man; he who thinks he has found it is mad.
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Hang on to your youthful enthusiasms – you’ll be able to use them better when you’re older.
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Religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by rulers as useful.
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A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.
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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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Luck is preparation multiplied by opportunity.
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Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body.
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The Best sign of Wisdom is the consistency between the words and deeds.
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One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood.
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He is most powerful who governs himself.
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