The life of Apollonius of Tyana
Book • 1960
The Life of Apollonius of Tyana, attributed to Philostratus, recounts the life and purported miracles of Apollonius, a first-century CE philosopher and spiritual teacher.
The narrative presents Apollonius as a wonder-worker who intervenes in various situations, often involving the resolution of conflicts or the healing of diseases.
One notable episode describes Apollonius's role in resolving an epidemic in Ephesus by directing the community to stone a seemingly blind beggar, who is revealed to be a demon.
This episode is used by René Girard to illustrate his theory of mimetic rivalry and scapegoating.
The book offers a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the Greco-Roman world and provides a rich source of material for exploring themes of spirituality, power, and social dynamics.
The narrative presents Apollonius as a wonder-worker who intervenes in various situations, often involving the resolution of conflicts or the healing of diseases.
One notable episode describes Apollonius's role in resolving an epidemic in Ephesus by directing the community to stone a seemingly blind beggar, who is revealed to be a demon.
This episode is used by René Girard to illustrate his theory of mimetic rivalry and scapegoating.
The book offers a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the Greco-Roman world and provides a rich source of material for exploring themes of spirituality, power, and social dynamics.
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Mentioned by A.J. Hanenberg in relation to the concept of mimetic rivalry and the role of scapegoats.
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