Philo Every Good Man Is Free. on the Contemplative Life. on the Eternity of the World. Against Flaccus. Apology for the Jews. on Providence |
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Author:
| Philo, |
Translator:
| Colson, F. H. |
Series title: | Loeb Classical Library |
ISBN: | 978-0-674-99400-3 |
Publication Date: | Jan 1941 |
Publisher: | Harvard University Press
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | AUD $51.95 |
Book Description:
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The philosopher Philo, born about 20 BC to a prominent Jewish family in Alexandria, was trained in Greek as well as Jewish learning. In attempting to reconcile biblical teachings with Greek philosophy he developed ideas that had wide influence on Christian and Jewish religious thought.
The philosopher Philo, born about 20 BC to a prominent Jewish family in Alexandria, was trained in Greek as well as Jewish learning. In attempting to reconcile biblical teachings with Greek philosophy he developed ideas that had wide influence on Christian and Jewish religious thought.