The Problem of Evil in Plotinus

B.A. G. Fuller

ISBN 10: 0521238145 / ISBN 13: 9780521238144

Published by Cambridge University Press 2011-01-01, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Problem of Evil in Plotinus
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press 2011-01-01
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521238145
• ISBN 13: 9780521238144
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

First published in 1912, this volume constitutes an exploration of the complications surrounding the idea of evil in the works of Plotinus (204–270 BC), the ancient Greek philosopher widely regarded as the founder of Neoplatonism. The key issue explored by the text is the reconciliation of an omnipotent deity with the existence of an apparently contingent and imperfect world. In basic terms, the problem is one of irreconcilability between permanence and change; the singularity of God and the multiplicity of the world. This highly readable book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Plotinus, ancient philosophy, or theology.

Book Description

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.