The state of that man’s mind who feels too intense an interest as to future events, must be most deplorable.
SENECA THE YOUNGERWhatever we owe, it is our part to find where to pay it, and to do it without asking, too; for whether the creditor be good or bad, the debt is still the same.
More Seneca the Younger Quotes
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There is none made so great, but he may both need the help and service, and stand in fear of the power and unkindness, even of the meanest of mortals.
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People do not die – they kill themselves.
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Philosophy does not regard pedigree, she received Plato not as a noble, but she made him one.
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In every good man a God doth dwell.
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Reasons for anxiety will never be lacking, whether born of prosperity or of wretchedness; life pushes on in a succession of engrossments. We shall always pray for leisure.
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It is to the interest of the commonwealth of mankind that there should be someone who is unconquered, someone against whom fortune has no power.
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Tranqility is a certain quality of mind, which no condition or fortune can either exalt or depress.
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Successful villany is called virtue.
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May be is very well, but Must is the master. It is my duty to show justice without recompense.
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Be silent as to services you have rendered, but speak of favours you have received.
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There is as much greatness of mind in acknowledging a good turn, as in doing it.
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We have not to talk, but to steer the vessel.
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The fearful face usually betrays great guilt.
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Luck is preparation multiplied by opportunity.
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A great step towards independence is a good-humored stomach, one that is willing to endure rough treatment.
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