Plotinus, The Father Of Western Mysticism

By Rufus Jones

Book Overview

""Plotinus, The Father of Western Mysticism"" is a comprehensive biography of the ancient philosopher Plotinus, written by Rufus Jones. Plotinus was a Greek philosopher who lived in the third century AD and is considered to be the founder of Neoplatonism, a school of thought that had a significant influence on Western philosophy and mysticism. The book provides a detailed account of Plotinus' life, including his early years in Egypt, his travels to Rome, and his teachings and writings. It explores his philosophical ideas, including his belief in the existence of a single divine source from which all reality emanates. The book also delves into Plotinus' mystical experiences and his ideas about the nature of the soul and its relationship to the divine. Jones draws on a wide range of sources, including Plotinus' own writings, as well as the works of his contemporaries and later philosophers who were influenced by his ideas. He provides a clear and accessible overview of Plotinus' philosophy and its impact on Western thought, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, mysticism, or spirituality. Overall, ""Plotinus, The Father of Western Mysticism"" is a fascinating and informative biography of one of the most important figures in the history of Western thought.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Some Exponents of Mystical Religion, by Rufus Jones. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766150860.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425457886
• ISBN13: 9781425457884
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"