Isbn: 9781330280942 - the philosophy of plotinus, vol. 2 of 2: the gifford lectures at st. andrews, 1917-1918 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the profound and enduring question of human immortality, tracing its evolution through the philosophies and religions of ancient Greece. From the mystical traditions of Dionysus to the intellectualized Orphism of Pythagoras, the author explores how the concept of deathlessness shifted from a divine privilege to a potential human inheritance. Readers will encounter the nuanced and sometimes conflicting views of renowned thinkers like Plato and Aristotle, as well as the Stoics and Epicureans. The author then examines the complex intersection of Greek thought with early Christian eschatology, highlighting the tensions and synergies between the two. Through meticulous analysis and engaging prose, the book reveals the depth and diversity of ideas surrounding immortality. It sheds light on the evolution of concepts like the soul, the afterlife, and the relationship between the human and the divine. Ultimately, this book invites us to re-examine our own understanding of life and death, offering timeless insights that continue to resonate in the present day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…