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Summary

«Natural Questions» by Seneca is an encyclopedic exploration of natural phenomena and philosophical reflections on nature. The book is divided into seven sections, each dedicated to different aspects of natural science, such as meteorology, hydrology, astronomy, and geology. Seneca examines questions about lightning, earthquakes, comets, winds, and other natural occurrences, aiming to explain them from a Stoic philosophical perspective. He also discusses the impact of these phenomena on human life and morality, emphasizing the importance of understanding nature to achieve wisdom and virtue.