• Discover the Secret Life of Seneca, Rome's Greatest Thinker

  • Sep 23 2024
  • Length: 9 mins
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Discover the Secret Life of Seneca, Rome's Greatest Thinker

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  • Join John and Theresa as they delve into the fascinating world of Seneca, the Roman Stoic philosopher and advisor to Emperor Nero. Explore the contradictions between Seneca's teachings on virtue and simplicity and his life of wealth and power in Imperial Rome. This episode examines Seneca's complex legacy, his relationships with Nero, and the enduring relevance of Stoic philosophy. Discover how Seneca navigated the treacherous waters of Roman politics while attempting to uphold his philosophical ideals, and contemplate the timeless questions his life raises about ethics, power, and human nature.

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