On Gnostic Hypostases And That Which Is Beyond Them

By Plotinus

Book Overview

On Gnostic Hypostases And That Which Is Beyond Them is a philosophical treatise written by Plotinus, a prominent philosopher of the 3rd century AD. The book explores the concept of hypostases, which are the various levels of existence in the universe according to Gnostic philosophy. Plotinus examines the different hypostases and their relationships to each other, ultimately arguing that there is a higher reality beyond them all. He also discusses the nature of the soul and its relationship to the divine, as well as the role of philosophy in attaining knowledge of the divine. The book is considered a seminal work in Neoplatonism, a philosophical movement that sought to reconcile the ideas of Plato with those of other ancient thinkers. It is written in a complex and abstract style, and requires a solid understanding of Greek philosophy to fully appreciate. Overall, On Gnostic Hypostases And That Which Is Beyond Them is a challenging but rewarding read for anyone interested in ancient philosophy and metaphysics.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Select Works of Plotinus, by Plotinus . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594297.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162876816
• ISBN13: 9781162876818
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"