Neoplatonism

Neoplatonism nēˌōplāˈtənĭzəm [key], ancient mystical philosophy based on the doctrines of Plato.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• The Impact of Neoplatonism
• The Syrian, Athenian, and Alexandrian Schools
• Plotinus and the Nature of Neoplatonism
• Bibliography

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