Kreeft, Peter
The Platonic Tradition
- ISBN 13:
- 9781587316500
- author:
- Kreeft, Peter
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- St. Augustine's Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 152
- Dimensions:
- 23.11 x 14.99 x 1.02 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Platonic Tradition by Peter Kreeft The Platonic tradition is the foundation upon which Western philosophy has been built. Its influence is profound and far-reaching, shaping the way we think about reality, knowledge, and the human condition. This book explores the key concepts and ideas that have defined the Platonic tradition, from the notion of a transcendent reality to its applications in various fields. Kreeft examines the history of Platonism, tracing its development from ancient Greece to the modern era. He looks at the ways in which the Platonic tradition has been interpreted and adapted by influential thinkers, including Aristotle, Plotinus, and Augustine. The book also considers the consequences of abandoning Platonism, and how this has led to many of the philosophical errors of modern times. Through a clear and concise analysis, Kreeft sheds light on the enduring significance of the Platonic tradition, and its continued relevance in contemporary debates about philosophy, politics, and culture.