The Heart of Plotinus: The Essential Enneads

Drawing parallels with other traditions, U davinys emphasizes that Plotinus' philosophy was not a purely mental or rational exercise, but a complete way of life incorporating the spiritual virtues. Plotinus is widely regarded as the founder of the school of Neo-Platonism and this book provides an introduction to his teachings and an informative commentary on the Enneads. Also included is a commentary by Plotinus' leading disciple, Porphyry (c. 233-305 A.D.), on an enigmatic passage from Homer's epic, the Odyssey.

Author: Aldis Uzdavinys

Publisher: World Wisdom Books

Publication Date: Apr 16, 2009

Number of Pages: 296 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 1933316691

ISBN-13: 9781933316697