# On Anger

- Identifiant : `seneca.de_ira`
- Auteur : Seneca
- URL canonique : https://prokopton42.com/en/works/seneca/de-ira/
- Empreinte : `691589ed1eb95785155e637bd2e9d38bf57cc4a3fb0b55552dbce5477909eeb9`

## What you will learn

Reconstruct the definition of anger, distinguish first impulse from assent, and examine the functions of delay and self-review.

## Summary

The opening books confront rival definitions and maintain that reason can act firmly without punitive passion. Stories of tyrants, wars, and family violence show an emotion magnifying offence, accelerating judgement, and becoming difficult to stop.

The final movement advises delay, daily examination, knowledge of vulnerabilities, and prudent choice of situations. Seneca distinguishes involuntary impulse from assent sustaining anger. His practical resources aim at gradual transformation, not instant removal of every emotion.