Plotinos: Complete Works, v. 2
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A good fit for
- Philosophy students who need to study Neoplatonic primary texts
- Classics enthusiasts who wish to understand the later development of Greek philosophy
- Scholars studying the reception history of Augustine or medieval metaphysics
- Reading group members willing to read philosophical texts slowly, chapter by chapter
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- Complete beginners with no philosophical background, for whom the terminology and argumentation are too dense
- Casual readers seeking a quick overview of Plotinus's thought
- Readers who prefer modern colloquial translations and are unaccustomed to classical academic English
Reading tips
- Read an introduction to Plotinus's thought first, mastering core terms such as the One, Intellect, and Soul before entering the text.
- Read in the order of the complete works; this volume should not be read first on its own.
- After each chapter, restate the argument structure in your own words and mark unfamiliar Greek philosophical terms.
- Consult an authoritative print translation to verify key passages and note differences in the electronic edition's layout.
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About the author
Plotinus (c. 205–270) was an ancient Greek philosopher. He was born at Lycopolis in Egypt, then under Roman rule, and died in Campania. He studied under Ammonius Saccas and moved to Rome around 245, where he taught and is regarded by later generations as the founder of Neoplatonism. His works were edited by his pupil Porphyry into the Enneads, in which he set out the doctrine of the three primary principles—the One, Intellect, and Soul—exerting a profound influence on later philosophy and theology. This library holds five of his works, including several volumes of the Complete Works of Plotinus and On the Beautiful, mostly in English translation or compilation, presenting his metaphysical and aesthetic thought. Public information on the details of his life is limited; readers may consult the volumes of the Complete Works and specialized studies to follow the development of his thought.
