Introduction

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    Abstract

    This introduction presents Olympiodorus as a committed Platonic teacher whose exegetical work combines a loyalty to his tradition with an emphasis on independent thought. It positions the chapters of this volume in four areas of interest: the profile of the philosopher that we find in Olympiodorus’ work; his interest in perception and knowledge of oneself; his concern with the form of philosophical communication; and his position vis-à-vis his Christian surroundings.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationOlympiodorus of Alexandria
    Subtitle of host publicationExegete, Teacher, Platonic Philosopher
    EditorsAlbert Joosse
    Place of PublicationLeiden
    PublisherBrill
    Chapter1
    Pages1-13
    Number of pages13
    ISBN (Electronic)978-90-04-46670-8
    ISBN (Print)978-90-04-46669-2
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Jun-2021

    Publication series

    NamePhilosophia Antiqua
    PublisherBrill
    Volume159
    ISSN (Print)0079-1687

    Keywords

    • Olympiodorus
    • Alexandria
    • Teaching
    • Religious toleration
    • Platonism
    • Commentary

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