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In his Moral letters to Lucilius, Seneca gives us many good tips. In this video, I read and explain in easy Latin 3 tips on reading and make the most of what we read, no matter how little.

18-24 May 2021: free course on Seneca's first letter to Lucilius, TEMPUS TANTUM NOSTRUM EST. All the information and the registration form are in the link below. Vos exspecto!

Both in his "Moral letters" to Lucilius, and in "De brevitate vitae", Seneca reflects about time and his value. Our life is short, so we need to use our time without wasting it and live fully in the present moment (something he draws from the Stoic philosophy). 

Many Christian prayers were originally written in Latin, so here is how to pray Latin prayers, part 2, about Pater Noster (Our Father). In this video, I recite the prayer both in ecclesiastical and classical Latin, and then move on to explain it in easy Latin.

Many Christian prayers were originally written in Latin, so here is how to pray Latin prayers, part 1, about Ave Maria (Hail Mary). In this video, I recite the prayer both in ecclesiastical and classical Latin, and then move on to explain it in easy Latin.

Another Latin lesson for beginners: in this video, I show you the difference between "nequiquam" and "nequaquam", two words that have a similar spelling, but different meanings. To learn Latin as a language, you have to read, write, speak and listen to it. Compelling contents for beginners, however, are often hard to find. With Satura Lanx I try to fill this gap, offering materials for beginners that are clear, varied, compelling and enjoyable from the very beginning of your journey.

Let's talk about Latin pronunciation again! Knowing how to pronounce Latin wors has much to do about knowing about vowels lenght and words stress. Because it's by observing vowels lenght that you will know where to stress Latin words. This is an introduction to the rules of accentuation in Latin, taught in easy paced Latin. Enjoy!

Let's talk about Latin pronunciation again! Knowing how to pronounce Latin wors has much to do about knowing about vowels lenght and words stress. Because it's by observing vowels length that you will know where to stress Latin words. This is an introduction to the rules of accentuation in Latin, taught in easy paced Latin. Enjoy!