Fervent advocacy for gender equality
One notable aspect of Rufus's philosophy was his fervent advocacy for gender equality. Rufus was a Roman philosopher of the 1st century BC
The concept of the One
At the core of Plotinus's philosophy lies the concept of the One, a notion of ultimate unity and perfection.
“The Enneads”
Plotinus's seminal teachings find their fullest expression in his magnum opus, "The Enneads."
Plotinus laid the groundwork for Neoplatonism
Plotinus laid the groundwork for Neoplatonism, a profound synthesis of Platonic ideas with mysticism and Eastern philosophy.
Boethius enjoyed a flourishing career until allegations of treason
Boethius enjoyed a flourishing career until allegations of treason halted his ascent, resulting in his imprisonment.
Boethius rose to prominence serving under Theodoric the Great
Boethius rose to prominence serving under Theodoric the Great. His career flourished until he faced accusations of treason
“The Consolation of Philosophy”
"The Consolation of Philosophy" is a philosophical work penned by the Roman statesman and philosopher Boethius.
Lucretius boldly challenged traditional Roman religious beliefs
In "De Rerum Natura," Lucretius boldly challenged traditional Roman religious beliefs and superstitions.
Central to Lucretius’s philosophy is the concept of atomism
Central to Lucretius's philosophy is the concept of atomism, which he borrowed from the Greek philosopher Democritus.
Lucretius is best known for his magnum opus “De Rerum Natura”
Lucretius is best known for his magnum opus "De Rerum Natura" (On the Nature of Things). It is a six-book didactic poem