The Wisdom of Plotinus

By Charles J. Whitby

Book Overview

The Wisdom of Plotinus is a book written by Charles J. Whitby that explores the teachings and philosophy of the ancient Greek philosopher Plotinus. Plotinus was a prominent figure in the development of Neoplatonism, a school of thought that combined the ideas of Plato with elements of Eastern mysticism and religion. The book delves into Plotinus' ideas on topics such as the nature of reality, the relationship between the soul and the divine, and the concept of the One. Whitby provides a comprehensive analysis of Plotinus' writings, drawing on his own expertise in philosophy and theology to offer insights and interpretations of the philosopher's ideas. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, particularly those interested in the development of Neoplatonism and its influence on later philosophical and religious thought.A Metaphysical Study. ""Casually introduced to the notice of the writer (Whitby), at an age when his mind must have been peculiarly susceptible to their significance, the Enneads of Plotinus took such a grip upon his imagination that for many months they seemed to have translated him bodily to the shining sphere of supersensual experience."" Contents: Life of Plotinus; Ancient and Modern Methods; Neoplationism; Matter; The Universe; Individuality; The Problem of Evil; Providence and the Individual; Demons and the Demonic Faculty; Concerning Love and the Emotions; Substance or Corporeal Essence; Time and Eternity; Doctrine of the Soul; Individuality; Incarnation or Descension; The World-Soul as Basis of Movement; Intelligence, and the Intelligible World; Primal Categories or Elements of the Notion; Universal Number; Number and Unity; Time and Space in Eternity; Ideal Functions of Time and Space; Universal Differentiation; Intelligence and the One; The Cause of Beauty; The One; Potential Import of the Doctrine of Unity.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: 1162561467
• ISBN13: 9781162561462
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"