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Seneca's Medea | Revenge, Violence, and Stoicism (Episode 176)

Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

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Tragic Choices: Seneca's Stoic Dilemmas

This chapter examines the tragic themes in Seneca's works, particularly focusing on the moral dilemmas faced by characters like Thaestes and Medea. It contrasts political ambition with philosophical acceptance, exploring how revenge, cowardice, and existential despair intertwine with Stoic beliefs about fate and responsibility.

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