https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/on-benefits-de-beneficiis--6892216enPhilosophyCopyright Assorted Non Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/95b0c3e2978210006b75a1223dd51c1e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/on-benefits-de-beneficiis--6892216Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:01 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaAssorted Non Fictionspreaker30@podcastlibrary.orgDive into De Beneficiis (translated as On Benefits), a profound moral essay by the esteemed 1st-century Roman philosopher Seneca. In this engaging exploration, Seneca unpacks the nuances of Stoic ethics, focusing on the delicate balance of giving and...false4914a2d3-15ef-51e8-90d6-678df5f7e75fepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antigone-plumptre-translation-sophocles--74451852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74451852Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaAntigone, translated by Plumptre, presents a timeless exploration of duty, loyalty, and the struggle between individual conscience and state law. This classic tragedy by Sophocles delves into the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, particularly...4760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-nature-of-the-gods-marcus-tullius-cicero--74407623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74407623Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:38 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"On the Nature of the Gods" by Marcus Tullius Cicero explores profound philosophical questions about divinity, the universe, and human understanding of the gods. Cicero delves into the nature of divine beings, examining their influence on human life...23999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-aeschylus--74330035https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74330035Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:19 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"Persians" by Aeschylus offers a poignant exploration of the consequences of war and the fragility of power, reflecting on the Persian defeat at the hands of the Greeks. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of hubris, loss, and the inevitable...3959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frogs-aristophanes--74281625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74281625Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:43 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"Frogs" by Aristophanes is a classic comedic play that explores themes of art, creativity, and the nature of tragedy versus comedy. Set in the underworld, it features a humorous competition between great playwrights, ultimately questioning the value...6122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-4-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--74168652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74168652Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:17 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 4" by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus delves into the lives of remarkable figures from ancient Greece and Rome, exploring their virtues, vices, and the moral lessons that can be drawn from their...30736falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--74114185https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74114185Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:14 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"Agamemnon," translated by Robert Browning, presents a powerful exploration of themes such as justice, vengeance, and the consequences of hubris. As the first play in Aeschylus's trilogy, it delves into the tragic return of Agamemnon to his kingdom...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rhetoric-aristotle--74070317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74070317Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:47 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaRhetoric by Aristotle delves into the art of persuasion, exploring how effective communication can influence audiences and shape opinions. This foundational text remains relevant today as it addresses the principles of rhetoric that underpin modern...30893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--74019752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74019752Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:58 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaBacchanals by Euripides delves into the themes of divine influence, human passion, and the conflict between reason and instinct. This timeless work explores the tension between societal norms and the primal urges that drive human behavior, making it a...5588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73967978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73967978Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"On the Ends of Good and Evil" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the fundamental principles of morality and ethics, exploring the nature of good and evil. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the philosophical underpinnings of their...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-jebb-translation-sophocles--73915454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73915454Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:05 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Jebb, presents the poignant conclusion of Sophocles' tragic exploration of fate, identity, and redemption. 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This profound work invites listeners to reflect on the relationship between the earth...18014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hecuba-euripides--73601458https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73601458Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:53 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaHecuba, a poignant tragedy by Euripides, delves into the depths of human suffering and the quest for vengeance in the aftermath of war. As the former queen of Troy, Hecuba faces the devastating loss of her family and the brutal realities of captivity,...4911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-interpretation-aristotle--73569526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73569526Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:28:18 +0000Lucius Annaeus Seneca"On Interpretation" by Aristotle delves into the intricacies of language, meaning, and the relationship between words and reality. This foundational work explores how interpretations shape our understanding of the world, emphasizing the importance of...4240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/magna-moralia-aristotle--73535256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73535256Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:40:11 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaMagna Moralia by Aristotle delves into the nature of ethics and moral philosophy, exploring the principles that govern human behavior and the pursuit of good. This work remains relevant today as it invites listeners to reflect on the importance of...12779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-book-7-chapter-17-to-32--70290760https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70290760Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:02:16 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaDive into De Beneficiis (translated as On Benefits), a profound moral essay by the esteemed 1st-century Roman philosopher Seneca. 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In this engaging exploration, Seneca unpacks the nuances of Stoic ethics, focusing on the delicate balance of giving and...1505ethics,favors,generosity,gifts,leadership,morality,philosophy,relationships,society,stoicismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-book-5-chapters-1-to-6--70290749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70290749Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:01:48 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaDive into De Beneficiis (translated as On Benefits), a profound moral essay by the esteemed 1st-century Roman philosopher Seneca. 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In this engaging exploration, Seneca unpacks the nuances of Stoic ethics, focusing on the delicate balance of giving and...1582ethics,favors,generosity,gifts,leadership,morality,philosophy,relationships,society,stoicismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-book-4-chapters-10-to-20--70290746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70290746Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:01:41 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaDive into De Beneficiis (translated as On Benefits), a profound moral essay by the esteemed 1st-century Roman philosopher Seneca. 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In this engaging exploration, Seneca unpacks the nuances of Stoic ethics, focusing on the delicate balance of giving and...1134ethics,favors,generosity,gifts,leadership,morality,philosophy,relationships,society,stoicismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-book-3-chapters-1-to-17--70290741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70290741Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:01:29 +0000Lucius Annaeus SenecaDive into De Beneficiis (translated as On Benefits), a profound moral essay by the esteemed 1st-century Roman philosopher Seneca. 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