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Lucius Annaeus Seneca (c 4 BCE-65 CE) commonly known as Seneca the Younger, was born around 4 BCE in Corduba (modern-day Córdoba, Spain). He was a prominent Roman philosopher, statesman, orator, and tragedian. Seneca is best known for his contributions to Stoic philosophy and his role as an advisor to Emperor Nero. Seneca's early life was marked by a rigorous education in rhetoric and philosophy in Rome. His father, Seneca the Elder, was a renowned teacher of rhetoric. Seneca's career in politics began around 31 CE, but he faced significant challenges, including exile to Corsica in 41 CE on charges of adultery. Upon his return to Rome in 49 CE, Seneca became Nero's tutor and later his advisor when Nero ascended to the throne in 54 CE. During this period, Seneca and the praetorian prefect Burrus effectively governed the Roman Empire, implementing various reforms. Seneca's influence waned over time, and in 65 CE, he was implicated in a conspiracy against Nero and was ordered to commit suicide. Seneca's philosophical works, including essays and letters on moral issues, as well as his tragedies like "Medea" and "Thyestes," have had a lasting impact on literature and philosophy. Seneca died in 65 CE in Rome.