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Ignorant people see life as either existence or non-existence, but wise men see it beyond both existence and non-existen
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"Ignorant people see life as either existence or non-existence, but wise men see it beyond both existence and non-existence to something that transcends them both; this is an observation of the Middle Way"

- Seneca the Younger

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This quote by Lucius Annaeus Seneca speaks to the idea of the Middle Way, which is a principle discovered in lots of Eastern viewpoints. It recommends that the course to real wisdom depends on the balance in between 2 extremes. In this quote, Seneca is suggesting that ignorant individuals see life as either existing or not existing, however smart people see it as something that goes beyond both presence and non-existence. This is an observation of the Middle Way, which is the path of balance in between two extremes. It recommends that true wisdom depends on the capability to recognize and accept both sides of a problem, rather than taking a severe position. By understanding the Middle Way, one can acquire a much deeper understanding of life and its complexities. This quote motivates us to look beyond the surface of life and to seek out a much deeper understanding of the world around us.

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Seneca the Younger This quote is written / told by Seneca the Younger between 5 BC and 65 AC. He was a famous Statesman from Rome. The author also have 125 other quotes.

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