Theon of Smyrna: Mathematics Useful for Understanding Plato Or, Pythagorean Arithmatic, Music, Astronomy, Spiritual Disciplines
Theon of Smyrna presents a study of mathematical knowledge connected with Platonic understanding. Covering Pythagorean arithmetic, music, astronomy, and spiritual disciplines, this volume explores the relationship between numbers, harmony, the cosmos, and philosophical inquiry.
About This Book
This book focuses on Theon of Smyrna and mathematical ideas presented as useful for understanding Plato.
Its subjects include Pythagorean arithmetic, music, and astronomy.
The work also addresses spiritual disciplines in connection with these mathematical and philosophical themes.
Authored by R. & D. Lawlor, it brings together topics spanning mathematics, philosophy, the history of ideas, and the arts.
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