The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast Ep. 343: Plotinus the Neo-Platonist (Part Two)
Jun 17, 2024
Expert in Neo-Platonism Chris Sunami discusses Plotinus' concept of The Good or The One, the transition from nothingness to being, the existence of evil, the importance of unity and oneness, intelligence and the perennial philosophy, the essence of the One in Neo-Platonist philosophy, and contemplation and mystical experiences in Plotinus' teachings.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Descent of Souls according to Plotinus
01:31 • 9min
Exploring the Transition from Nothingness to Being and the Existence of Evil
10:34 • 2min
Exploring the Concept of Unity and oneness in Metaphysical Philosophy
12:08 • 15min
Exploring the Concept of the One and Being
26:38 • 2min
Exploring Intelligence, Perennial Philosophy, and Unified Source
28:21 • 3min
The Concept of the One in Neo-Platonist Philosophy
31:00 • 3min
Contemplation and Mystical Philosophy in Plotinus
34:14 • 16min