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Annaeus Seneca

Roman Stoic philosopher and playwright, cited on ethics and the nature of the gods.

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Also known as Seneca

First appearance: part i book i

Annaeus Seneca shows up with force in Editor's Preface. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Erasmus is mentioned as an admirer of Augustine, though not a canonical character; Erasmus is not in the list, so omitted.
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In Editor's Preface: Erasmus is mentioned as an admirer of Augustine, though not a canonical character; Erasmus is not in the list, so omitted. Instead, note that the editor cites Erasmus's criticism. Later, in VIII:…

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