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Book

Of Leisure

Seneca•8 chapters•80 pages•early 2nd century AD

On Leisure (De Otio) is an essay in which Seneca reflects on withdrawal and leisure in the life of the wise. He argues that Stoic otium is not idleness or escape, but an inward activity devoted to reflection, study, and service to humanity, even when one steps away from public affairs.

8 chapters

Chapter 1

Chapter 1

Of Leisure

Seneca

3 min

Chapter 2

Chapter 2

Of Leisure

Seneca

1 min

Chapter 3

Chapter 3

Of Leisure

Seneca

3 min

Chapter 4

Chapter 4

Of Leisure

Seneca

2 min

Chapter 5

Chapter 5

Of Leisure

Seneca

5 min

Chapter 6

Chapter 6

Of Leisure

Seneca

3 min

Chapter 7

Chapter 7

Of Leisure

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2 min

Chapter 8

Chapter 8

Of Leisure

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2 min