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Moral Letters to Lucilius — Letter 35 Quotes by Seneca: Context & Meanings

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“A friend loves you, of course; but one who loves you is not in every case your friend.”

Affection alone does not define friendship; durable friendship also involves character, trust, and a shared way of relating.

Source note: Letter 35 distinguishes friendship from affection while Seneca urges Lucilius toward moral progress.