It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that they are difficult. Seneca
All art is but imitation of nature. Seneca
Drunkenness is nothing but voluntary madness. Seneca
Men love their country, not because it is great, but because it is their own. Seneca
Desultory reading is delightful, but to be beneficial, our reading must be carefully directed. Seneca
Nothing is so wretched or foolish as to anticipate misfortunes. What madness is it to be expecting evil before it comes. Seneca
Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end. Seneca
The greatest remedy for anger is delay. Seneca
The pressure of adversity does not affect the mind of the brave man… It is more powerful than external circumstances. Seneca
Shame may restrain what law does not prohibit. Seneca
Abstinence is easier than temperance. Seneca
Calamity is virtue’s opportunity. Seneca
Economy is in itself a source of great revenue. Seneca
Elegance is not an ornament worthy of man. Seneca
Remove severe restraint and what will become of virtue? Seneca
Nothing is so contemptible as the sentiments of the mob. Seneca
He who does not prevent a crime when he can, encourages it. Seneca
The road to learning by precept is long, but by example short and effective. Seneca
For greed, all nature is too little. Seneca
Sovereignty over any foreign land is insecure. Seneca
The bravest sight in the world is to see a great man struggling against adversity. Seneca