Bookbot

Simplicius the Neoplatonist in Light of Contemporary Research

A Critical Review

Parametri

  • 262pagine
  • 10 ore di lettura

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The book delves into the life and contributions of Simplicius, a Neoplatonic philosopher who acted as a bridge between Greco-Roman thought and early Syriac philosophy. It highlights his studies in Alexandria and Athens, and his teaching in Syria, emphasizing his historical significance. Additionally, the text examines three of his key commentaries, addressing doctrinal and authorship questions while shedding light on the unique pedagogical methods characteristic of Neoplatonic commentary, often overlooked in contemporary analyses.

Acquisto del libro

Simplicius the Neoplatonist in Light of Contemporary Research, Ilsetraut Hadot

Lingua
Pubblicato
2020
product-detail.submit-box.info.binding
(In brossura)
Ti avviseremo via email non appena lo rintracceremo.

Metodi di pagamento

Titolo
Simplicius the Neoplatonist in Light of Contemporary Research
Sottotitolo
A Critical Review
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2020
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
262
ISBN13
9783896658944
Serie
Descrizione
The book delves into the life and contributions of Simplicius, a Neoplatonic philosopher who acted as a bridge between Greco-Roman thought and early Syriac philosophy. It highlights his studies in Alexandria and Athens, and his teaching in Syria, emphasizing his historical significance. Additionally, the text examines three of his key commentaries, addressing doctrinal and authorship questions while shedding light on the unique pedagogical methods characteristic of Neoplatonic commentary, often overlooked in contemporary analyses.