Ocupation: Philosopher
Life: November 24, 1632 - February 21, 1677
Birthday: November 24
Death: February 21
The mind has greater power over the emotions, and is less subject thereto, insofar as it understands all things to be necessary.
source: Baruch Spinoza (2014). “The Road to Inner Freedom: The Ethics”, p.73, Open Road Media
topic: Mind, Emotion, Subjects, Greater Power