No one is better born than another, unless they are born with better abilities and a more amiable disposition. Seneca the Elder More Quotes by Seneca the Elder More Quotes From Seneca the Elder Courage leads starward, fear toward death. Seneca the Elder He who looks for advantage out of friendship strips it all of its nobility. Seneca the Elder nobility advantage looks All art is an imitation of nature. Seneca the Elder imitation nature art When in fear, it is safest to force the attack. Seneca the Elder force The great soul surrenders itself to fate. Seneca the Elder fate soul acceptance It is not death we fear, but the thought of it. Seneca the Elder It is not manly to turn one's back on fortune. Seneca the Elder manly turns fortune