The Philosophy of Epicurus in Lucretius' Verse
Exploring Epicurus' philosophy as expressed through Lucretius' verse, including key concepts like ataraxia, katalepsis, clinamen, and kinesis.
Greek Philosophy
The Materialism of Epicurus
Epicurus' materialist philosophy offered a unique perspective on reality, rejecting determinism for free will through atomic swerving.
The Philosophy of Friendship: A Study of Epicurean Thought
A study on Epicurus' views on friendship, emphasizing its role in achieving happiness and avoiding pain through philia, oikeiosis, and ataraxia.
The Life and Teachings of Epicurus
Epicurus' philosophy emphasizes reason, ataraxia, and individual freedom in achieving human happiness.
The Ancient Roman Debate on Philosophy and Civic Virtue
An exploration of the ancient Roman debate on the impact of Greek philosophy on civic virtue, highlighting tensions between traditional values and intellectual pursuits.
The Popularization of Cynicism: A Study on the Evolution of Cynical Thought
A study on how popularized Cynicism deviated from its original principles, examining its evolution into a convenient doctrine that appealed to various social classes.
Asian City-States under Hellenistic Rule
The rise of city-states in Asia under Hellenistic rule, their relationships with regional powers, and the impact on local autonomy and security.
The Influence of Hellenism in Babylonia
The influence of Hellenistic culture on ancient Babylonian society, including its impact on philosophy, astronomy, and language.
The Emergence of Greek Mathematics
A comprehensive guide to the emergence of Greek mathematics, exploring its development, key figures, and impact on Western intellectual traditions.
The Astronomical Problem: Simplicity and Hypotheses
A comprehensive guide to ancient Greek astronomy, covering key concepts, philosophers, and their contributions to understanding celestial motions.
Astronomical Knowledge in the Ancient World
Exploring the history and evolution of astronomical knowledge in the ancient world, its social, cultural, and technological context, and how it laid the foundation for Western astronomy.
The Intersection of Mathematics and Greek Philosophy
Exploring how the Greeks' emphasis on mathematics influenced their philosophical thought, and its lasting impact on Western philosophy.
The Conflict of Oligarchs and Democrats in Aristotle's Political Thought
Aristotle's work on revolutions explores the conflicts between oligarchs and democrats in ancient Greek city-states, revealing insights into the causes and consequences of political instability.
Aristotelian Notions of Human Nature and Social Order
Aristotle's philosophy emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues and living in accordance with reason for achieving eudaimonia, or a life of happiness and fulfillment.
The Virtue of Magnanimity: A Study on Aristotelian Ethics
A study on Aristotelian ethics examining magnanimity, a virtue that is central to Aristotle's ethics.
The Magnanimous Man: A Study on Virtue and Character
A philosophical study on Aristotle's concept of magnanimity, exploring its relationship to virtue, character traits, and human flourishing.
The Doctrine of Matter and Form in Aristotle
Aristotle's central concept of matter and form explains how things change and develop through the addition of form to potential matter.
Aristotle's Theory of Forms Revisited
Examining Aristotle's Theory of Forms in relation to Platonic ideas, exploring their similarities and differences, and analyzing the implications for metaphysics.
The Structure of the Human Soul in Plato's Timaeus
A comprehensive guide to Plato's Timaeus, exploring the composition of the human soul, necessary laws, and the relationship between reason, emotions, and the material world in Platonism.
The Platonic Theory of Transmigration
An introduction to Plato's theory of transmigration, including its historical context, key terms and concepts, and implications for morality and personal responsibility.