Iamblichus on the Mysteries of the Egyptians, Chaldeans, and Assyrians by Iambli

Description: Iamblichus on the Mysteries of the Egyptians, Chaldeans, and Assyrians by Iamblichus, Thomas Taylor Taylors translation of Iamblichus Greek text into English was first published in 1821. The Syrian-born Iamblichus (third century) is considered one of the great Neoplatonist philosophers. In this work, divided into 10 sections, he gives a complete canon of pagan religious thought and belief and explains their background. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This translation from the Greek by Thomas Taylor (1758–1835) was first published in 1821. Taylors early writings and translations into English influenced such romantic poets as Blake, Coleridge and Keats. Iamblichus is thought to have been born in Syria in the middle of the third century and is regarded as one of the great Neoplatonist philosophers. He founded a school in which he taught white magic or theurgy; he sought to uncover the invisible side of nature and to give Man the means to effect the union of the divine spark with its parent-flame within him. In this work, divided into ten sections, he gives a complete canon of pagan religious thought and belief and explains their background. The Neoplatonist Porphyrys Letter to Anebo, in which he criticises religious rituals and practices, and Iamblichus response to this criticism, and defence of these traditions, are included. Author Biography The translator of this work, Thomas Taylor, is known for his authoritative translations of the Platonists; he was practically the sole source of Neo-Platonic thought in the transcendentalist movement of New England. Iamblichus "Life of Pythagoras" was a constant source of inspiration to the transcendentalists and a major influence on their writings throughout the Nineteenth Century. Taylors work was enthusiastically acclaimed by Emerson, who referred to the translator as "a Greek born out of his time, and dropped on the ridicule of a blind and frivolous age." Table of Contents Introduction; 1. The epistle of Porphyry to the Egyptian Anebo; 2. Iamblichus on the Mysteries, etc.; 3. The answer of the Preceptor Abammon to the epistle of Porphyry to Anebo, and a solution of the doubts contained in it; Additional notes. Promotional Neoplatonist philosopher Iamblichus gives a complete canon of pagan religious thought and belief in Taylors 1821 English translation. Promotional "Headline" Neoplatonist philosopher Iamblichus gives a complete canon of pagan religious thought and belief in Taylors 1821 English translation. Description for Bookstore Taylors translation of Iamblichus Greek text into English was first published in 1821. The Syrian-born Iamblichus (third century) is considered one of the great Neoplatonist philosophers. In this work, divided into 10 sections, he gives a complete canon of pagan religious thought and belief and explains their background. Description for Library Taylors translation of Iamblichus Greek text into English was first published in 1821. The Syrian-born Iamblichus (third century) is considered one of the great Neoplatonist philosophers. In this work, divided into 10 sections, he gives a complete canon of pagan religious thought and belief and explains their background. Details ISBN1108073042 Author Thomas Taylor Year 2011 Translator Thomas Taylor ISBN-10 1108073042 ISBN-13 9781108073042 Format Paperback Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from Greek Birth ca. 250 Death ca. 330 Short Title IAMBLICHUS ON THE MYSTERIES OF Language English Media Book Pages 396 DEWEY 186.4 Series Cambridge Library Collection - Spiritualism and Esoteric Knowledge Publication Date 2011-05-19 Publisher Cambridge University Press Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises UK Release Date 2011-05-19 AU Release Date 2011-05-19 NZ Release Date 2011-05-19 Alternative 9780511978203 Audience Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91398550;

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