Quote by Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

Freedom is not being a slave to any circumstance, to any constraint, to any chance; it means compelling Fortune to enter the lists on equal terms.

Freedom is not being a slave to any circumstance, to any con

Summary

This quote emphasizes that true freedom lies in rejecting the control of external factors, circumstances, limitations, or luck. It suggests that by not becoming enslaved to these things, one possesses the power to level the playing field. Instead of passively accepting fate, one must actively challenge and shape their own destiny. Freedom, therefore, is defined as the ability to navigate life's challenges on equal footing, asserting one's agency to overcome and triumph over any obstacles that come their way.

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By Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

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