The Initiation Of Plato And The Platonic Philosophy

By Édouard Schuré

Book Overview

The Initiation Of Plato And The Platonic Philosophy is a comprehensive book written by Edouard Schure that explores the life and philosophy of Plato, one of the most influential philosophers in history. The book provides a detailed account of Plato's early life, his education, and his initiation into the mysteries of the ancient world. Schure delves into the Platonic philosophy and its impact on the world, including its influence on Christianity, the Renaissance, and modern thought. He examines Plato's ideas on the nature of reality, the soul, and the divine, and how these ideas have shaped the course of Western civilization. The book also includes a discussion of the role of the philosopher in society, and how Plato's vision of the philosopher as a wise and just ruler has influenced political thought throughout the ages. Overall, The Initiation Of Plato And The Platonic Philosophy is a fascinating and insightful exploration of one of the most important thinkers in history, and a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, religion, or the history of ideas.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hermes and Plato, by Edouard Schure. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595080.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: 1425310125
• ISBN13: 9781425310127
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"