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Explore how Plotinus’ theory of evil blends naturalism with mysticism to explain a perfect universe and the place of suffering.
This scholarly examination traces metaphysical evil, the doctrine of emanation, and the debate between natural goods and transcendent unity. It shows how Plotinus tries to reconcile two long-standing tendencies in philosophy: a respect for the sensible world and a longing for a higher reality. The discussion looks at physical and moral evil, the roles of Mind, Soul, and the One, and how these ideas shape an ethics of action and interpretation.
- How emanation is used to bridge opposing tendencies without dissolving their differences
- The treatment of matter and “not-being” as a way to understand evil’s place in the system
- The relationship between outer appearances and inner virtue in Plotinian thought
- The dramatic analogy and its implications for moral life and human action
Ideal for readers of ancient philosophy, metaphysics, and philosophy of religion who want a clear, rigorous account of Plotinus on evil and the soul’s path.
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Wiil. A Fall from an original perfection. Inherit ance of consequent sin and suffering.
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Mr. F. R. Maxwell, jun. and Mr. F. Schenck who have read the proofs in part, also Professors George Santayana and R. B. Perry of Harvard University, who have read them in whole. But, above all, I am indebted to Mr. S. C. Roberts of Pembroke College and the University Press, Cambridge, whose revision of the translations from the Greek and suggestions for the improvement of my own text, as well as the friendly interest which he has shown and the encouragement which he has given, have made him a collaborator rather than an assistant in my work. B. A. G. FULLER. PARIS, June
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