Knowledge And Virtue In Early Stoicism

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Knowledge And Virtue In Early Stoicism
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Author : Håvard Løkke
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2015-10-22
Knowledge And Virtue In Early Stoicism written by Håvard Løkke and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-22 with Philosophy categories.
This book is about the epistemological views and arguments of the early Stoics. It discusses such questions as: How is knowledge possible, and what is it? How do we perceive things and acquire notions of them? Should we rely on arguments? How do we come to make so many mistakes? The author tries to give a comprehensive and conservative account of Stoic epistemology as a whole as it was developed by Chrysippus. He emphasizes how the epistemological views of the Stoics are interrelated among themselves and with views from Stoic physics and logic. There are a number of Stoic views and arguments that we will never know about. But there are passages on Stoic epistemology in Sextus Empiricus, Galen, Plutarch, Cicero, and a few others authors. The book is like a big jigsaw puzzle of these scattered pieces of evidence.
Plato And The Stoics
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Author : A. G. Long
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2013-09-26
Plato And The Stoics written by A. G. Long and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09-26 with Philosophy categories.
Plato was central both to the genesis of Stoic theory and to subsequent debates within the Stoa. These essays provide new and detailed explorations of the complex relationship between Plato and the Greek and Roman Stoic traditions, and together they show the directness and independence with which Stoics examined Plato's writing. What were the philosophical incentives to consulting and then returning to Plato's dialogues? To what extent did Plato, rather than Xenophon or Antisthenes, control Stoic reconstructions of Socrates' ethics? What explains the particular focus of Stoic polemic against Plato, and how strong is the evidence for a later reconciliation between Plato and Stoicism? This book will be important for all scholars and advanced students interested in the relationship between a major philosopher and one of the most important philosophical movements.
Knowledge In Ancient Philosophy
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Author : Nicholas D. Smith
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2021-09-20
Knowledge In Ancient Philosophy written by Nicholas D. Smith and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-20 with Philosophy categories.
The Philosophy of Knowledge: A History presents the history of one of Western philosophy's greatest challenges: understanding the nature of knowledge. Divided chronologically into four volumes, it follows conceptions of knowledge that have been proposed, defended, replaced, and proposed anew by ancient, medieval, modern and contemporary philosophers. This volume covers the Presocratics, Sophists, and treatments of knowledge offered by Socrates and Plato. With original insights into the vast sweep of ways in which philosophers have sought to understand knowledge, The Philosophy of Knowledge: A History embraces what is vital and evolving within contemporary epistemology. Overseen by an international team of leading philosophers and featuring 50 specially-commissioned chapters, this is a major collection on one of philosophy's defining topics.
The Role Ethics Of Epictetus
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Author : Brian E. Johnson
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Release Date : 2013-12-04
The Role Ethics Of Epictetus written by Brian E. Johnson and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-04 with Philosophy categories.
The Role Ethics of Epictetus: Stoicism in Ordinary Life offers an original interpretation of Epictetus’s ethics and how he bases his ethics on an appeal to our roles in life. Epictetus believes that every individual is the bearer of many roles from sibling to citizen and that individuals are morally good if they fulfill the obligations associated with these roles. To understand Epictetus’s account of roles, scholars have often mistakenly looked backwards to Cicero’s earlier and more schematic account of roles. However, for Cicero, roles are merely a tool in the service of the virtue of decorum where decorum is one of the four canonical virtues—prudence, justice, greatness of spirit, and decorum. In contrast, Epictetus sets those virtues aside and offers roles as a complete ethical theory that does the work of those canonical virtues. This book elucidates the unique features of Epictetus’s role based ethics. First, individuals have many roles and these roles are substantial enough that they may conflict. Second, although Epictetus is often taken to have only a sparse theory of appropriate action (or “duty” in older translations), Brian E. Johnson examines the criteria by which appropriate action is measured in order to demonstrate that Epictetus does have an account of appropriate action and that it is grounded in his account of roles. Finally, Epictetus downplays the Stoic ideal of the sage and replaces that figure with role-bound individuals who are supposed to inspire each of us to meet the challenges of our own roles. Instead of looking to sages, who have a perfect knowledge and action that we must imitate, Epictetus’s new ethical heroes are those we do not imitate in terms of knowledge or action, but simply in the way they approach the challenges of their roles. The analysis found in The Role Ethics of Epictetus will be of great value both to students and scholars of ancient philosophy, ethics and moral philosophy, history, classics, and theology, and to the educated reader who admires Epictetus.
Stoicism And The Gospel Of John
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Author : Fergus J. King
language : en
Publisher: Mohr Siebeck
Release Date : 2025-03-17
Stoicism And The Gospel Of John written by Fergus J. King and has been published by Mohr Siebeck this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-03-17 with categories.
Moral Transformation In Greco Roman Philosophy Of Mind
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Author : Max J. Lee
language : en
Publisher: Mohr Siebeck
Release Date : 2020-04-15
Moral Transformation In Greco Roman Philosophy Of Mind written by Max J. Lee and has been published by Mohr Siebeck this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-04-15 with Religion categories.
"Max J. Lee examines the philosophies of Platonism and Stoicism during the Greco-Roman era and their rivals including Diaspora Judaism and Pauline Christianity on how to transform a person's character from vice to virtue. He describes each philosophical school's respective teachings on diverse moral topoi such as emotional control, ethical action and habit, character formation, training, mentorship, and deity." --provided by publisher
Brill S Companion To The Reception Of Plato In Antiquity
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Author : Harold Tarrant
language : en
Publisher: Brill's Companions to Classica
Release Date : 2018
Brill S Companion To The Reception Of Plato In Antiquity written by Harold Tarrant and has been published by Brill's Companions to Classica this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Literary Criticism categories.
Brill's Companion to the Reception of Plato in Antiquityoffers a comprehensive account of the ways in which ancient readers responded to Plato, as philosopher, as author, and more generally as a central figure in the intellectual heritage of Classical Greece, from his death in the fourth century BCE until the Platonist and Aristotelian commentators in the sixth century CE. The volume is divided into three sections: 'Early Developments in Reception' (four chapters); 'Early Imperial Reception' (nine chapters); and 'Early Christianity and Late Antique Platonism' (eighteen chapters). Sectional introductions cover matters of importance that could not easily be covered in dedicated chapters. The book demonstrates the great variety of approaches to and interpretations of Plato among even his most dedicated ancient readers, offering some salutary lessons for his modern readers too.
Augustine On The Nature Of Virtue And Sin
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Author : Katherine Chambers
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2024-01-10
Augustine On The Nature Of Virtue And Sin written by Katherine Chambers and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-10 with Religion categories.
Augustine of Hippo is a key figure in the history of Christianity and has had a profound impact on the course of western moral and political thought. Katherine Chambers here explores a neglected topic in Augustinian studies by offering a systematic account of the meaning that Augustine gave to the notions of virtue, vice and sin. Countering the view that he broke with classical eudaimonism, she demonstrates that Augustine's moral thought builds on the dominant approach to ethics in classical 'pagan' antiquity. A critical appraisal of this tradition reveals that Augustine remained faithful to the eudaimonist approach to ethics. Chambers also refutes the view that Augustine was a political pessimist or realist, showing that it is based upon a misunderstanding of Augustine's ideas about the virtue of justice. Providing a coherent account of key features in Augustine's ethics, her study invites a new and fresh evaluation of his influence on western moral and political thought.
Learning To Live Naturally
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Author : Christopher Gill
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2022-11-10
Learning To Live Naturally written by Christopher Gill and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-10 with Philosophy categories.
At a time of unprecedented interest in Stoicism among scholars and the general public, this book offers a sustained examination of the core Stoic ethical claims and their significance for modern moral theory. The first part considers the Stoic ideas of happiness as the life according to nature and virtue as expertise in leading a happy life and explores the senses of 'nature' (both human and universal) relevant for ethics. The second part studies Stoic thinking on ethical development (learning to live naturally), bringing out the interconnections between growth in ethical understanding, forming social relationships, and emotional responses. The third part discusses how Stoic ethics, as interpreted here, can contribute to contemporary moral theory, especially virtue ethics. It suggests that Stoic thinking on the virtue-happiness relationship offers a cogent alternative to Aristotle, currently the main ancient prototype for virtue ethical theory, and it explores ways in which Stoic ideas on human and universal nature can contribute to modern ethical debates, notably on how to respond effectively to the pressing challenge of climate breakdown. It also highlights the value of Stoic guidance for virtue ethics as well as contemporary 'life-guidance'. A further distinctive feature of the book is the close and extended study of key sources for Stoic ethics, including Cicero's On Ends and On Duties, which enables readers of different kinds to interpret these source for themselves.
The A To Z Stoic Philosophers Dictionary
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Author : Andrew J. Bould
language : en
Publisher: Square & Compass Publishing
Release Date :
The A To Z Stoic Philosophers Dictionary written by Andrew J. Bould and has been published by Square & Compass Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Philosophy categories.
Dive into the profound world of Stoic philosophy with The A-to-Z Stoic Philosophers Dictionary, your ultimate guide to understanding and applying the timeless wisdom of the Stoics. This comprehensive dictionary explores the core concepts, influential figures, and essential practices of Stoicism, revealing how ancient teachings from philosophers like Marcus Aurelius can inspire and guide modern self-help and personal growth. From A to Z, each entry offers insightful explanations of key Stoic concepts such as Virtue, Equanimity, and the Dichotomy of Control, as well as detailed profiles of notable philosophers including Epictetus, Seneca, and Zeno of Citium. Discover how these principles can be integrated into daily life to foster resilience, clarity, and inner peace. Whether you’re new to Stoicism or seeking to deepen your understanding, this dictionary provides an accessible and engaging exploration of ancient wisdom. Learn how Stoic practices can help you navigate life's challenges, enhance your personal development, and cultivate a life of purpose and tranquility. Perfect for enthusiasts of philosophy, self-help aficionados, and anyone interested in personal transformation, The A-to-Z Stoic Philosophers Dictionary is your essential resource for unlocking the power of Stoicism and embracing a more fulfilled and balanced life.