On Matter

By Plotinus

Book Overview

On Matter is a philosophical treatise written by Plotinus, a prominent philosopher of the ancient world. The book explores the concept of matter, which was a central topic in ancient philosophy. Plotinus examines the nature of matter, its relationship to the divine, and its role in the creation of the world. He argues that matter is not a separate entity from the divine, but rather a manifestation of it. He also discusses the idea of form, which he believes is the guiding force that shapes matter into the world we see around us. Throughout the book, Plotinus draws on the ideas of earlier philosophers, such as Plato and Aristotle, to develop his own unique perspective on the nature of matter. On Matter is a complex and challenging work that offers a fascinating insight into the philosophical debates of the ancient world.THIS 28 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: 1162853328
• ISBN13: 9781162853321
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"