Timaeus by Plato

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Author Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE
Translator Jowett, Benjamin, 1817-1893
Title Timaeus
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timaeus_(dialogue)
Note Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Sue Asscher and David Widger
Summary "Timaeus" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue most likely written in the 4th century BC. It is a foundational text of Western philosophy, exploring themes of cosmology, metaphysics, and the nature of the universe. Within the dialogue, the character Timaeus presents theories about the creation of the world, the nature of its elements, and the role of the divine craftsman in shaping reality. The opening of "Timaeus" sets the stage for a complex exploration of these philosophical concepts. It begins with Socrates’ reflections on the ideal state of humanity and ultimately leads to Timaeus giving a detailed account of the universe's creation, discussing topics such as the nature of being, the elements of the cosmos, and the divine order behind them. The discussion is interspersed with references to ancient myths, specifically the tale of Atlantis as recounted by Critias, which adds a historical and narrative layer to the philosophical discourse. The introduction also highlights the mixed blend of science and spirituality, as Plato navigates through obscure notions and celestial formations, asserting that understanding the cosmos requires both reason and an acknowledgment of its underlying divine harmony. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Classical literature
Subject Cosmology -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 1572
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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