Boethius

Anicii Manlii Severini Boetii Consolationis Philosophiae Libros Quinque (1695)

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Produktbeschreibung

Libri quinque Consolationis Philosophiae Anicii Manlii Severini Boetii sunt opus magnum quod auctore Boethio scriptum est. In hoc libro, Boethius, qui erat senator Romanus, de tristitia et dolore loquitur. Consolationis Philosophiae est tractatus de philosophia et de vita humana, quae est plena fluctuationibus et tristitia. Boethius in hoc libro suam philosophiam explicat, quae est mixta ex Platonismo, Aristotelismo et Stoicismo. Liber I tractat de tristitia, Liber II de fortuna, Liber III de felicitate, Liber IV de divinitate, et Liber V de providentia. Consolationis Philosophiae est opus quod usque ad hodiernum diem legatur et studiatur.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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 456
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Februar 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 280mm x 210mm x 24mm
• Gewicht: 1107g
• ISBN-13: 9781104087296
• ISBN-10: 1104087294
• Artikelnr.: 26118001

Autorenporträt

Boethius, born in 480 AD, was a member of the influential Anicii family in Rome but lost his parents at a young age. He was adopted by the esteemed senator Symmachus, who provided him with a rich education in both Latin and Greek traditions. Rising quickly in Roman society, Boethius became consul in 510 AD and later gained prominence as an advisor to King Theodoric.A passionate scholar, Boethius aimed to unite classical Greek philosophy with Christian theology. He translated and commented on works by Plato and Aristotle, ensuring their preservation and influence in the West. His writings on subjects such as logic, music, and mathematics laid the foundation for medieval education and profoundly shaped the intellectual traditions of the Middle Ages.Boethius's political career ended in tragedy when he was accused of treason by Theodoric, likely due to his defense of the Senate and his opposition to corruption. Imprisoned in 523 AD, he wrote The Consolation of Philosophy, a reflection on fortune, suffering, and virtue. Executed in 524 AD, Boethius left behind a philosophical legacy that would resonate for centuries, cementing his role as a bridge between classical and medieval thought.