

Frederico Fidler on Sallustius’ On the Gods and the World
Jul 25, 2023
Frederico Fidler discusses Sallustius' manual on Platonist metaphysics and esoteric hermeneutics. They explore the ambiguity of Seleustius' identity, the role of rituals and sacrifices, the power of words and the world as a myth. They delve into the importance of interpretation, Sallustius' perspective on Egyptians and idolatry, the dating of a text and its relationship to Christianity, and ancient philosophers' perspective on Christianity compared to the focus of the analyzed work.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Ambiguity of Seleustius' Identity
02:29 • 18min
Exploring Ritual and Sacrifice in Sallustius’ On the Gods and the World
20:28 • 3min
The Power of Words and the World as a Myth
22:59 • 3min
Interpreting Myth: Unveiling Higher Truths
25:45 • 12min
Interpreting Sallustius' Perspective on the Egyptians and Idolatry
37:25 • 3min
Dating of a text and its relationship to Christianity
39:59 • 2min
Comparing Ancient Philosophers' Perspective on Christianity
42:10 • 18min