The Enneads

Name: The Enneads
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By Plotinus

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The Enneads is a collection of writings by the philosopher Plotinus, compiled and edited by his student Porphyry. It explores profound philosophical themes such as the nature of reality, the concept of The One, the soul, and the interplay between the material and spiritual worlds. The work is a foundational text for Neoplatonism, offering deep insights into metaphysical ideas and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.
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This book may appeal to you if you are intrigued by Neoplatonism and its exploration of the metaphysical world, as it delves deep into themes of the One, the nature of reality, and the soul's quest for higher understanding. It offers profound insights into the philosophies that influenced early Christian and Islamic thought, as well as Western mystical traditions.

The Enneads

This massive work of synthesis is one of the classics of Western mysticism. Plotinus was the main expositor of neo-platonism, the last great movement of classical Greek philosophy. Plotinus's work blends Plato, Aristotle and earlier Greek philosophy into a new religious formulation.

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Regarded as the founder of Neo-Platonism, Plotinus (AD 204-270) was the last great philosopher of antiquity, producing works that proved in many ways a precursor to Renaissance thought. Plotinus was convinced of the existence of a state of supreme perfection and argued powerfully that it was necessary to guide the human soul towards this state.

Here he outlines his compelling belief in three increasingly perfect levels of existence: the Soul, the Intellect, and the One, and explains his conviction that humanity must strive to draw the soul towards spiritual transcendence.

A fusion of Platonism, mystic passion, and Aristotelian thought, The Enneads offers a highly original synthesis of early philosophical and religious beliefs, which powerfully influenced later Christian and Islamic theology.

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The Enneads by Plotinus is acclaimed for its profound exploration of Neoplatonism, delving into metaphysical concepts of the One, the Intellect, and the Soul. Reviewers often praise the collection for its depth and complexity, acknowledging its influence on Western philosophy and its ability to challenge readers with its rich intellectual content. Some find it an indispensable work for understanding the development of metaphysical and spiritual ideas in the ancient world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140445206

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 1991

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Abridged by John Dillon
Introduction by John Dillon
Notes by John Dillon
Translated by Stephen MacKenna

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 468g

Pages: 688

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About the Author

John Dillon is Regius Professor of Greek at Trinity College in Dublin.

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