How did Saint Augustine and Saint Jerome help preserve interest in Seneca?

Saint Augustine and Saint Jerome helped preserve interest in Seneca by studying his works, which were perceived to have significant Christian affinities.1

During this period, a belief emerged that Seneca had known St. Paul the Apostle, a connection that was further supported by a collection of letters—now considered spurious—that appeared to substantiate their relationship. By engaging with his writings, these influential figures helped integrate Seneca’s thought into the broader Latin culture of the Middle Ages, ensuring his moral philosophy remained a subject of study for future generations.1