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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an account of Greek morality across several historical periods, informed by the author's wide study of Greek literature and philosophy. The book argues that throughout Greek history, religion and morality were closely connected. In the early Greek period, religion provided a powerful sanction for morality, with the gods seen as guarantors of justice and punishers of wrongdoers. However, as Greek thought and culture became more complex, the traditional religious beliefs came under increasing scrutiny and skepticism. The author explores the philosophical responses to this challenge, particularly the work of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, who sought to establish new moral foundations based on reason and human nature. The book also examines the ways in which the popular religious beliefs continued to influence Greek morality, alongside other factors such as social customs and political institutions. Through its nuanced analysis of literary and philosophical sources, this book offers a rich and thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between religion and morality in ancient Greece, shedding light on the enduring human quest for ethical guidance and meaning. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330550489_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330550489
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