Buch, Deutsch, 265 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 237 mm, Gewicht: 510 g
Buch, Deutsch, 265 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 237 mm, Gewicht: 510 g
ISBN: 978-3-8471-0500-8
Verlag: V&R unipress
The foremost principle of the Stoic ethical doctrine is to live in accordance with nature. This study undertakes a fresh examination of the definition of human nature found in Seneca’s prose writings, particularly the “Moral Letters”. By means of a precise textual analysis, the author deals with the question to what extent, besides the holistic nature of humans, the individual nature is also relevant to moral decisions. In a section on the systematic principles she first determines Seneca’s concept of nature in the light of philosophical tradition. She then examines the meaning of human nature for self-education and the education of others. Finally, the author describes what function the espistolary form could have for Senecan philosophy.
