SELBSTERKENNTNIS UND LEBENSPRAXIS
Book Description
This scholarly exploration delves into the ancient Greek foundations of self-knowledge, tracing how this fundamental concept evolved from early poetic traditions into a cornerstone of philosophical thought. Bettina Fröhlich examines carefully selected texts spanning archaic poetry, wisdom literature, historical writings, and classical philosophy to reveal how self-understanding emerged as a vital ethical principle in Greek intellectual tradition.
The work demonstrates how Plato transformed the famous maxim "know thyself" into a rigorous philosophical framework. Through systematic analysis, Fröhlich shows how Plato clarified the very concept of self while connecting personal inquiry to an examination of the values that shape our identity. This approach reveals self-knowledge not merely as introspection, but as a profound ethical practice that questions the beliefs and assumptions that define who we are.
The investigation opens fresh perspectives on Platonic ethics, offering new insights into ancient views of human nature and the workings of the mind. Beyond these philosophical dimensions, the study provides an intriguing pathway into understanding how the divine was conceived in Platonic thought.
For readers interested in the historical roots of self-discovery practices, this comprehensive work illuminates how ancient wisdom traditions approached the fundamental question of knowing oneself. The book bridges classical scholarship with timeless questions about identity, values, and spiritual understanding that continue to resonate in contemporary personal development.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~16 hours)
📄 Length: 573 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore History and criticism
- ✓ Explore Self-knowledge, theory of
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Ancient Literature
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore Philosophy, ancient
- ✓ Explore Plato
- ✓ Expand your understanding of consciousness
