The Problem Of Evil In Plotinus (1912)

The Problem of Evil in Plotinus is a philosophical work written by Benjamin Apthorp Gould Fuller in 1912. The book explores the concept of evil in the philosophy of Plotinus, a prominent philosopher of the ancient world. Fuller examines Plotinus' ideas on the nature of evil, its origins, and its relationship to the divine. He also considers the implications of Plotinus' philosophy for the problem of evil in the Christian tradition. The book is a comprehensive analysis of Plotinus' views on evil and provides a valuable contribution to the study of ancient philosophy and theology. It is recommended for scholars and students of philosophy, theology, and ancient history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This highly readable 1912 volume explores the complications surrounding the idea of evil in the works of Plotinus (204-270 BC), the ancient Greek philosopher regarded as the founder of Neoplatonism. The focus is the reconciliation of an omnipotent deity with the existence of an apparently contingent and imperfect world.