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Plato And The Mysteries Of Eleusis

Plato And The Mysteries Of Eleusis

Édouard Schuré
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""Plato and the Mysteries of Eleusis"" is a book written by Edouard Schure that explores the ancient Greek religious rites of Eleusis and their influence on the philosophy of Plato. The book delves into the history and significance of the Eleusinian Mysteries, which were secret rituals held in honor of the goddess Demeter and her daughter Persephone. Schure examines the role of these mysteries in Greek society and how they shaped Plato's ideas about the soul, the afterlife, and the nature of reality. The book also explores the connections between Eleusis and other ancient mystery cults, such as those of Orpheus and Dionysus. Overall, ""Plato and the Mysteries of Eleusis"" offers a fascinating insight into the spiritual and philosophical beliefs of ancient Greece, and their enduring impact on Western thought.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE Hermes and Plato, by Edouard Schure. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595080.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.
Language
English
Pages
68
Format
Paperback
Release
December 31, 2005
ISBN 13
9781425310080

Plato And The Mysteries Of Eleusis

Édouard Schuré
0/5 ( ratings)
""Plato and the Mysteries of Eleusis"" is a book written by Edouard Schure that explores the ancient Greek religious rites of Eleusis and their influence on the philosophy of Plato. The book delves into the history and significance of the Eleusinian Mysteries, which were secret rituals held in honor of the goddess Demeter and her daughter Persephone. Schure examines the role of these mysteries in Greek society and how they shaped Plato's ideas about the soul, the afterlife, and the nature of reality. The book also explores the connections between Eleusis and other ancient mystery cults, such as those of Orpheus and Dionysus. Overall, ""Plato and the Mysteries of Eleusis"" offers a fascinating insight into the spiritual and philosophical beliefs of ancient Greece, and their enduring impact on Western thought.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE Hermes and Plato, by Edouard Schure. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595080.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.
Language
English
Pages
68
Format
Paperback
Release
December 31, 2005
ISBN 13
9781425310080

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