Philosophy | University of Parma

Professor: - Alberto JORI
Academic discipline: Storia della filosofia antica (M-FIL/07)
Field: Storia della filosofia
Type of training activity: Characterising

30 hours
of face-to-face activities

6 credits

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course unit
in ENGLISH

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Learning objectives

To convey a sufficiently in-depth knowledge of Platonic thought and its implications for the philosophy of subsequent epochs.

Prerequisites

Mastery of the Greek (ancient) language is desirable.

Course unit content

This course will illustrate the main phases of Platonic thought. We will then focus our attention on the doctrines of the great dialogues as well as on Plato's "unwritten doctrines".

Full programme

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Bibliography

A. Jori, The Path to Truth, Universitas Studiorum, Mantova 2018

A. Jori, The Genesis of the ?Uebermensch', Nuova Ipsa, Palermo

Teaching methods

In-depth lessons and seminars, with direct discussions between teacher and students.

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral exams, with discussion and analysis of the texts (the exam will be carried out in Italian, English or German).

Other information

For students who cannot attend, the teacher will prepare handouts.

HISTORY OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY - (FE) cod. 1010099