On the Shortness of Life Seneca, Lucius Annaeus Seneca
Publisher: Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated

LIFE IS LONG IF YOU KNOW HOW TO USE IT. Seneca, On the Shortness of Life. Through the tragedy that has come to the life of Job he comes to reflect on the shortness of days. A teaching found throughout Scripture and the Great Books is the theme of a most insightful writing by Seneca. Seneca tells us that 'life is long if you know how to use it' and the problem is that 'we waste a lot of it'. The days are fleeting ever so quickly for us all. The idea is that life is short. Going off of Seneca: if you have learned nothing from your misfortunes, then you will suffer many many more. Lucius Annaeus Seneca (5 BC – 65) was an ancient Roman stoic philosopher, statesman as well as a member of the literati. Understanding the shortness of life Archbishop Emeritus John Bathersby. Quote – Seneca on the Shortness of Life. SENECA ON THE SHORTNESS OF LIFE. Emphysema is a chronic disorder caused by the gradual destruction of the alveoli, or the air sacs in the lungs, causing breathing difficulty and shortness of breath. And you will deserve every single one of them. Death is but just around the corner. Some of the members here may be familiar with Morgan, a classy Lady who has provided companionship in the London area for several years. Word is spreading she just passed away in her sleep. Costumes that reflect the shortness of life.