Скачать или смотреть Letter 48: On Quibbling as Unworthy of the Philosopher

In Seneca's Letter 48, he responds to his friend Lucilius who had sent him a lengthy letter while on his travels. Seneca decides to delay offering any advice until he has ample time to contemplate, and instead directs his criticism towards the act of quibbling. He views the use of sophistical arguments and wordplay as unworthy of a true philosopher. According to Seneca, engaging in such quibbling is a futile endeavor that detracts from the important aspects of life, namely friendship, virtue, and happiness. Seneca urges Lucilius to steer clear of the trivial pursuits of dialecticians, who prioritize the form rather than the substance of their reasoning, and instead focus on the moral and practical wisdom that can lead to a well-lived life.