The Philosopher
Plotinus
The face
The background
- Nationality:
- Hellenistic Greek
- Schools:
- Neoplatonism
- Branchs:
- Metaphysics, mysticism, Platonism
- Period:
- Ancient philosophy
The synopsis
The works
The Enneads
The quotes
Mankind is poised midway between the gods and the beasts.
God is not external to anyone, but is present with all things, though they are ignorant that he is so.
Knowing demands the organ fitted to the object.