On Matter

On Matter is a philosophical treatise written by Plotinus, a prominent philosopher in the ancient world. The book explores the nature of matter and its relationship to the divine. Plotinus argues that matter is not inherently evil or corrupt, but rather a necessary component of the universe. He contends that matter is created by the divine and is subject to the laws of nature, which govern its behavior and interactions with other elements of the universe. Throughout the book, Plotinus draws on a variety of philosophical and religious traditions to support his arguments, including Platonism, Aristotelianism, and Neoplatonism. He also addresses a number of related topics, such as the nature of the soul, the role of the senses in perception, and the relationship between the physical and spiritual worlds. Overall, On Matter is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the fundamental components of the universe.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Select Works of Plotinus, by Plotinus . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594297.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.