Isbn: 9781025900650 - the philosophy of plotinus (4 risultati)

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Philosophy of Plotinus: Volume I.' represents a landmark achievement in the study of Neoplatonism and ancient philosophy. Based on the celebrated Gifford Lectures, this work by William Ralph Inge provides an exhaustive and sympathetic analysis of the thought of Plotinus, one of the most influential thinkers of late antiquity. Inge moves beyond mere historical survey to offer a profound engagement with the metaphysical and mystical dimensions of 'The Enneads.'In this first volume, the author situates Plotinus within the broader context of Greek philosophy, examining the intellectual heritage of Plato and Aristotle that shaped the Neoplatonic worldview. The text delves into the hierarchy of existence, exploring the nature of reality, the soul, and the divine intellect. Inge's prose is both scholarly and accessible, aiming to demonstrate the enduring relevance of Plotinian thought to modern religious and philosophical inquiries. By bridging the gap between classical Hellenism and early Christian theology, 'The Philosophy of Plotinus: Volume I.' remains an essential resource for students of metaphysics, the history of ideas, and the evolution of Western spirituality.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "The Philosophy of Plotinus: Volume I." represents a landmark achievement in the study of Neoplatonism and ancient philosophy. Based on the celebrated Gifford Lectures, this work by William Ralph Inge provides an exhaustive and sympathetic analysis of the thought of Plotinus, one of the most influential thinkers of late antiquity. Inge moves beyond mere historical survey to offer a profound engagement with the metaphysical and mystical dimensions of "The Enneads."In this first volume, the author situates Plotinus within the broader context of Greek philosophy, examining the intellectual heritage of Plato and Aristotle that shaped the Neoplatonic worldview. The text delves into the hierarchy of existence, exploring the nature of reality, the soul, and the divine intellect. Inge's prose is both scholarly and accessible, aiming to demonstrate the enduring relevance of Plotinian thought to modern religious and philosophical inquiries. By bridging the gap between classical Hellenism and early Christian theology, "The Philosophy of Plotinus: Volume I." remains an essential resource for students of metaphysics, the history of ideas, and the evolution of Western spirituality.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…