Plotinus On The Beautiful And On Intelligible Beauty is a philosophical treatise written by Plotinus, a prominent philosopher in the ancient Greek world. The book explores the concepts of beauty and intelligible beauty, two fundamental ideas in Platonic philosophy. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the nature of beauty and the second part delving into the concept of intelligible beauty. In the first part, Plotinus discusses the different interpretations of beauty and its relationship to the physical world. He argues that beauty is not merely a subjective experience, but a universal and objective quality that can be perceived and understood. In the second part, Plotinus explores the concept of intelligible beauty, which he sees as a higher form of beauty that transcends the physical realm. He argues that intelligible beauty is the true essence of beauty, and that it can only be apprehended through contemplation and intellectual understanding. Throughout the book, Plotinus draws on the works of Plato and Aristotle, as well as his own philosophical insights, to develop his ideas about beauty and intelligible beauty. He also discusses the role of beauty in art, ethics, and spirituality, making this book a comprehensive exploration of this fundamental concept in philosophy. Overall, Plotinus On The Beautiful And On Intelligible Beauty is a thought-provoking and insightful work that will be of interest to anyone interested in philosophy, aesthetics, or the ancient Greek world.Ennead I.6 and Ennead V.8.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.
