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Author: Stephen Gersh
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2019-04-25
Total Pages: 307
ISBN-13: 1108415288
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUsing a series of case-studies from across European philosophical traditions, this book traces the influence of Neoplatonism over the centuries.
Author: Eyjólfur K. Emilsson
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2017-02-24
Total Pages: 334
ISBN-13: 1134328753
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPlotinus (AD 205–270) was the founder of Neoplatonism, whose thought has had a profound influence on medieval philosophy, and on Western philosophy more broadly. In this engaging book, Eyjólfur K. Emilsson introduces and explains the full spectrum of Plotinus’ philosophy for those coming to his work for the first time. Beginning with a chapter-length overview of Plotinus’ life and works which also assesses the Platonic, Aristotelian and Stoic traditions that influenced him, Emilsson goes on to address key topics including: Plotinus’ originality the status of souls Plotinus’ language the notion of the One or the Good Intellect, including Plotinus’ holism the physical world the soul and the body, including emotions and the self Plotinus’ ethics Plotinus’ influence and legacy. Including a chronology, glossary of terms and suggestions for further reading, Plotinus is an ideal introduction to this major figure in Western philosophy, and is essential reading for students of ancient philosophy and classics.
Author: Lloyd Gerson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2022-06-02
Total Pages: 499
ISBN-13: 110848834X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA new Companion offering student-friendly essays on this major figure in the Platonic tradition and in Greek philosophy.
Author: Stephen R. L. Clark
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 2018-02-09
Total Pages: 367
ISBN-13: 022656505X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Plotinus, the Roman philosopher (c. 204-270 CE) who is widely regarded as the founder of Neoplatonism, was also the creator of numerous myths, images, and metaphors, which have frequently been dismissed by modern scholars as merely ornamental. In this book, distinguished philosopher Stephen R. L. Clark shows that they form a vital set of spiritual exercises by which individuals can achieve one of Plotinus's most important goals: self-transformation through contemplation. Clark examines a variety of Plotinus's myths and metaphors within the cultural and philosophical context of his time, asking probing questions about their contemplative effects. Through rich images and structures, Clark casts Plotinus as a philosopher deeply concerned with philosophy as a way of life." -- Résumé de l'éditeur.
Author: Michael J. B. Allen
Publisher: BRILL
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 536
ISBN-13: 9789004118553
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis volume consists of 21 essays on Marsilio Ficino (1433-99), the Florentine scholar-philosopher-magus-priest who was the architect of Renaissance Platonism. They cast fascinating new light on his theology, philosophy, and psychology as well as on his influence and sources.
Author: Stephen Gersh
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2014-09-15
Total Pages: 421
ISBN-13: 0521198496
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStephen Gersch charts the influence of the late Greek philosopher Proclus from his own lifetime down to the Renaissance (500-1600 CE).
Author: Lloyd P. Gerson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 1996-08-13
Total Pages: 482
ISBN-13: 1139825259
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEach volume of this series of companions to major philosophers contains specially commissioned essays by an international team of scholars, together with a substantial bibliography, and will serve as a reference work for students and non-specialists. One aim of the series is to dispel the intimidation such readers often feel when faced with the work of a difficult and challenging thinker. Plotinus was the greatest philosopher in the 700-year period between Aristotle and Augustine. He thought of himself as a disciple of Plato, but in his efforts to defend Platonism against Aristotelians, Stoics, and others, he actually produced a reinvigorated version of Platonism that later came to be known as 'Neoplatonism'. In this volume, sixteen leading scholars introduce and explain the many facets of Plotinus' complex system. They place Plotinus in the history of ancient philosophy while showing that he was a founder of medieval philosophy.
Author: Pauliina Remes
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2014-12-05
Total Pages: 257
ISBN-13: 1317492897
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAlthough Neoplatonism has long been studied by classicists, until recently most philosophers saw the ideas of Plotinus et al as a lot of religious/magical mumbo-jumbo. Recent work however has provided a new perspective on the philosophical issues in Neoplatonism and Pauliina Remes new introduction to the subject is the first to take account of this fresh research and provides a reassessment of Neoplatonism's philosophical credentials. Covering the Neoplatonic movement from its founder, Plotinus (AD 204-70) to the closure of Plato's Academy in AD 529 Remes explores the ideas of leading Neoplatonists such as Porphyry, lamblichus, Proclus, Simplicius and Damascius as well as less well-known thinkers. Situating their ideas alongside classical Platonism, Stoicism, and the neo-Pythagoreans as well as other intellectual movements of the time such as Gnosticism, Judaism and Christianity, Remes provides a valuable survey for the beginning student and non-specialist.
Author: Anna Marmodoro
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2015-02-26
Total Pages: 313
ISBN-13: 1107061539
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book explores ancient thinking about causation and creation, considering the perspectives of key Christian and pagan thinkers.
Author: Aaron P. Johnson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2013-03-28
Total Pages: 385
ISBN-13: 1107012732
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExamines Porphyry of Tyre's critical engagement with Hellenism in late antiquity, emphasizing philosophical translation as the key to his thought.
