UID:
almahu_9949434879902882
Format:
1 online resource.
ISBN:
9781003136910
,
1003136915
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9781000803877
,
1000803872
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9781000803907
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1000803902
Series Statement:
Issues in ancient philosophy
Content:
"This is the first monograph devoted to the theology of the Epinomis. It argues that the work offers a revised Platonic conception of the divine better suited to the political imperatives of the post-Classical age. The Epinomis is an 'appendix' to Plato's Laws written by Plato's student, Philip of Opus. Through a comprehensive analysis of the Epinomis' lexicon, and comparisons with the Corpus Platonicum, Vera Calchi offers readers an insight into the Epinomis' philosophical and historical context, purpose, and legacy. Calchi argues that Philip effectively reshapes Plato's metaphysical language into a theology premised on the immanence of God in the heavens. The resulting account of God's providential activity in the cosmos, which offers a new way of thinking about morality and political order, can be regarded as a major step towards the cosmic theology of the Hellenistic period. The Theology of the Epinomis is suitable for students and scholars of ancient philosophy, particularly those working on the Epinomis and Platonic philosophy. It will also be of interest to those studying the history of religion and theology in antiquity"--
Note:
The Epinomis, A Mirror Of Its Times: The Transition From Plato To The Hellenistic Age -- The Phaedo And The Epinomis: The De-Transcendentalised Forms -- The Timaeus And The Epinomis: God's Non-Imitative Activity -- The Cratylus And The Epinomis: Homoiosis Theo(I) And Astral Worship -- The Laws And The Epinomis: The Astral Psychic Immanent God -- The Greatest God -- Philip Of Opus' Contributions To The Early Academy: The Theology Of The Epinomis -- The Epinomis: A Vivid Example Of Transition.
Additional Edition:
Print version: Calchi, Vera. Theology of the Epinomis Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2023 ISBN 9780367683214
Language:
English
DOI:
10.4324/9781003136910
URL:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781003136910
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