Ancient Philosophy, A Treatise Of Moral And Metaphysical Philosophy

Ancient Philosophy: A Treatise of Moral and Metaphysical Philosophy: Anterior to the Christian Era is a book written by Frederick Denison Maurice and published in 1861. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the philosophical ideas and concepts that were prevalent in the ancient world, prior to the advent of Christianity.The author explores the works of various ancient philosophers, including Plato, Aristotle, and the Stoics, and examines their contributions to the fields of ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. Maurice also discusses the influence of ancient philosophical ideas on Christian theology and the development of Western thought.The book is divided into three main sections: The First Philosophy, The Second Philosophy, and The Third Philosophy. The First Philosophy deals with the nature of reality and the concept of being, while the Second Philosophy focuses on ethics and the nature of the human soul. The Third Philosophy explores the relationship between God and the world, and the role of reason and faith in understanding the divine.Overall, Ancient Philosophy: A Treatise of Moral and Metaphysical Philosophy: Anterior to the Christian Era is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the development of Western thought. The book provides a thorough and insightful analysis of the ideas and concepts that have shaped our understanding of the world and ourselves.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.