| Abstract [eng] |
The main purpose of this work is to reveal the concept of anger in Seneca's philosophy. Based on his works De ira, De constantia sapientis, De vita beata, De tranquillitate animi and etc., endeavor was made to find out what factors leads to anger, how it relates to the soul, mind and body and how to curb it. As well as it was a goal to specify what kind of man, according to Seneca, is exemplary and corresponds to his imaginary ideal. Although there were different opinions about this infatuation in Antiquity, Seneca considered it the most insidious, harmful and terrible human imperfection. In his work he bases on the theory of Stoics, nonetheless he openly expresses his own ideas and opposes other philosophers. Analysis shows that anger can be caused by various reasons, such as go wrong in achieving goals, unfulfilled desires, or incurred pain. Satisfying needs evokes positive emotions such as joy, pleasure, and displeasure causes sadness or anger. Anger can enslave the soul and overwhelm the mind, resulting in a loss of self-control, rational thinking, and objective judgment. Seneca strongly speaks against anger and encourages it to be curbed, and the best way to do this is to become wiseacre and seek refuge in philosophy. |
