On Benefits

On Benefits is a philosophical treatise written by the Roman philosopher Seneca, L. Annaeus. The book explores the concept of gratitude and the moral obligation of giving and receiving benefits. Seneca argues that we should not only give benefits to others but also be willing to receive them, as this creates a reciprocal relationship that fosters trust and goodwill. He also discusses the importance of being grateful for the benefits we receive and the dangers of pride and ingratitude. The book is divided into seven books, with each book exploring different aspects of the topic. Seneca draws on examples from history and mythology to illustrate his points and provides practical advice on how to cultivate a virtuous attitude towards benefits. Overall, On Benefits is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers valuable lessons on ethics and human relationships.He who is quick to believe that he has thrown away his benefits, does really throw them away; but he who presses on and adds new benefits to his former ones, forces out gratitude even from a hard and forgetful breast. In the face of many kindnesses, your friend will not dare to raise his eyes; let him see you whithersoever he turns himself to escape from his remembrance of you; encircle him with your benefits.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.