Parmenide neoplatonico: intorno a un nuovo studio sulla presenza di Parmenide nel commento alla Fisica di Simplicio (Book discussion of: Ivan A. Licciardi, Parmenide tràdito, Parmenide tradìto nel commentario di Simplicio alla Fisica di Aristotele (Symbolon 42), Sankt Augustin, Academia Verlag, 2016), 2017
By: Hoine, Pieter d’
Title Parmenide neoplatonico: intorno a un nuovo studio sulla presenza di Parmenide nel commento alla Fisica di Simplicio (Book discussion of: Ivan A. Licciardi, Parmenide tràdito, Parmenide tradìto nel commentario di Simplicio alla Fisica di Aristotele (Symbolon 42), Sankt Augustin, Academia Verlag, 2016)
Type Article
Language Italian
Date 2017
Journal Méthexis
Volume 29
Issue 1
Pages 188-198
Categories no categories
Author(s) Hoine, Pieter d’
Editor(s)
Translator(s)
The text discusses Simplicius' harmonizing approach towards the philosophical doctrines of Plato and Aristotle, particularly focusing on the famous thesis of the supposed 'symphony' or 'harmony' between the two ancient philosophers. Simplicius is seen as a staunch supporter of this thesis, urging readers not to be misled by apparent disagreements between Plato and Aristotle. Instead, Simplicius encourages readers to look beyond the surface level of their words and uncover the fundamental agreement that lies beneath. The book by Ivan Licciardi delves into Simplicius' approach and shows that his harmonizing attitude is not limited to just Plato and Aristotle but extends to almost the entire pre-Socratic philosophy. This broader perspective stems from Simplicius' desire to defend the profound unity of ancient pagan philosophical traditions, possibly in response to the rise of Christianity. One central focus of the book is Simplicius' extensive treatment of Parmenides in his commentary on Aristotle's Physics. Parmenides is considered a crucial figure in Greek thought, and Simplicius views him as a theoretical milestone in which Plato's philosophy, seeking ultimate truth, is exemplified. Thus, Simplicius interrupts his commentary on Aristotle to discuss Parmenides in detail. Simplicius is not merely a transmitter of Parmenidean thought; rather, he interprets Parmenides to showcase the fundamental unity of the pagan philosophical tradition under the influence of Neoplatonism. The book explores Simplicius as an independent philosopher, historian, and interpreter of Eleatic thought, rather than merely a conduit for transmitting Parmenides' ideas. This approach places Simplicius within the context of late antique Neoplatonism, acknowledging the pivotal role played by late Platonists in shaping the transformation of ancient thought, as it was received by medieval and early modern thinkers. The objective of the book is to comprehensively discuss how Simplicius, in his commentary on Aristotle's Physics, treated Parmenides, examining Simplicius' interpretation and rendering of Parmenides instrumental in demonstrating the fundamental unity of the pagan philosophical tradition, under the auspices of Neoplatonism. In summary, the book offers an in-depth exploration of Simplicius' approach to harmonizing ancient philosophical doctrines, focusing on his interpretation of Parmenides and his broader role in late antique Neoplatonism. By delving into Simplicius' philosophical agenda, the book contributes to the study of late ancient Platonism, shedding light on the transformative period in the history of Western thought. [introduction]

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Ancient Readings of Plato’s Phaedo, 2015
By: Delcomminette, Sylvain (Ed.), Hoine, Pieter d’ (Ed.), Gavray, Marc-Antoine (Ed.)
Title Ancient Readings of Plato’s Phaedo
Type Edited Book
Language undefined
Date 2015
Publication Place Leiden – Boston
Publisher Brill
Series Philosophia antiqua
Volume 140
Categories no categories
Author(s)
Editor(s) Delcomminette, Sylvain , Hoine, Pieter d’ , Gavray, Marc-Antoine
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Au terme d’une tradition: Simplicius, lecteur du Phédon, 2015
By: Gavray, Marc-Antoine, Delcomminette, Sylvain (Ed.), Hoine, Pieter d’ (Ed.), Gavray, Marc-Antoine (Ed.)
Title Au terme d’une tradition: Simplicius, lecteur du Phédon
Type Book Section
Language French
Date 2015
Published in Ancient Readings of Plato’s Phaedo
Pages 293-310
Categories no categories
Author(s) Gavray, Marc-Antoine
Editor(s) Delcomminette, Sylvain , Hoine, Pieter d’ , Gavray, Marc-Antoine
Translator(s)

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Fate, providence and moral responsibility in ancient, medieval and early modern thought. Studies in honour of Carlos Steel, 2014
By: Hoine, Pieter d' (Ed.), Van Riel, Gerd (Ed.)
Title Fate, providence and moral responsibility in ancient, medieval and early modern thought. Studies in honour of Carlos Steel
Type Edited Book
Language English
Date 2014
Publication Place Leuven
Publisher Leuven University Press
Series Ancient and Medieval Philosophy, Series 1
Volume 49
Categories no categories
Author(s)
Editor(s) Hoine, Pieter d' , Van Riel, Gerd
Translator(s)
This book forms a major contribution to the discussion on fate, providence and moral responsibility in Antiquity, the Middle Ages and Early Modern times. Through 37 original papers, renowned scholars from many different countries, as well as a number of young and promising researchers, write the history of the philosophical problems of freedom and determinism since its origins in pre-socratic philosophy up to the seventeenth century. The main focus points are classic Antiquity (Plato and Aristotle), the Neoplatonic synthesis of late Antiquity (Plotinus, Proclus, Simplicius), and thirteenth-century scholasticism (Thomas Aquinas, Henry of Ghent). They do not only represent key moments in the intellectual history of the West, but are also the central figures and periods to which Carlos Steel, the dedicatary of this volume, has devoted his philosophical career.

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When should a philosopher consult divination? Epictetus and Simplicius on fate and what is up to us, 2012
By: Gabor, Gary, Hoine, Pieter d' (Ed.), Van Riel, Gerd (Ed.)
Title When should a philosopher consult divination? Epictetus and Simplicius on fate and what is up to us
Type Book Section
Language English
Date 2012
Published in Fate, providence and moral responsibility in ancient, medieval and early modern thought. Studies in honour of Carlos Steel
Pages 325-340
Categories no categories
Author(s) Gabor, Gary
Editor(s) Hoine, Pieter d' , Van Riel, Gerd
Translator(s)
At Enchiridion § 32, Epictetus raises the question of whether, and under what conditions, one should consult the art of divination (μαντική). Epictetus’ answer, along with Simplicius’ commentary on the passage four centuries later, provides a glimpse into late antique conceptions of fate, providence, and human responsi-bility. While united in a general acceptance of divination as an authentic science, doctrinal differences between Epictetus’ Stoicism and Simplicius’ Neoplatonism lead them to interpret the philosophical significance of the practice in different ways. As determinists who believed in an all-embracing conception of fate, the Stoics believed divination could facilitate the task of the sage living in accordance with that fate.1 But how exactly it does so requires explication since the philoso-pher in Epictetus’ view does not seek the same thing from divination as most other people. What then does one gain from the art? [Author's abstract]

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Ancient Readings of Plato’s Phaedo, 2015
By: Delcomminette, Sylvain (Ed.), Hoine, Pieter d’ (Ed.), Gavray, Marc-Antoine (Ed.)
Title Ancient Readings of Plato’s Phaedo
Type Edited Book
Language undefined
Date 2015
Publication Place Leiden – Boston
Publisher Brill
Series Philosophia antiqua
Volume 140
Categories no categories
Author(s)
Editor(s) Delcomminette, Sylvain , Hoine, Pieter d’ , Gavray, Marc-Antoine
Translator(s)

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Au terme d’une tradition: Simplicius, lecteur du Phédon, 2015
By: Gavray, Marc-Antoine, Delcomminette, Sylvain (Ed.), Hoine, Pieter d’ (Ed.), Gavray, Marc-Antoine (Ed.)
Title Au terme d’une tradition: Simplicius, lecteur du Phédon
Type Book Section
Language French
Date 2015
Published in Ancient Readings of Plato’s Phaedo
Pages 293-310
Categories no categories
Author(s) Gavray, Marc-Antoine
Editor(s) Delcomminette, Sylvain , Hoine, Pieter d’ , Gavray, Marc-Antoine
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Fate, providence and moral responsibility in ancient, medieval and early modern thought. Studies in honour of Carlos Steel, 2014
By: Hoine, Pieter d' (Ed.), Van Riel, Gerd (Ed.)
Title Fate, providence and moral responsibility in ancient, medieval and early modern thought. Studies in honour of Carlos Steel
Type Edited Book
Language English
Date 2014
Publication Place Leuven
Publisher Leuven University Press
Series Ancient and Medieval Philosophy, Series 1
Volume 49
Categories no categories
Author(s)
Editor(s) Hoine, Pieter d' , Van Riel, Gerd
Translator(s)
This book forms a major contribution to the discussion on fate, providence and moral responsibility in Antiquity, the Middle Ages and Early Modern times. Through 37 original papers, renowned scholars from many different countries, as well as a number of young and promising researchers, write the history of the philosophical problems of freedom and determinism since its origins in pre-socratic philosophy up to the seventeenth century.
The main focus points are classic Antiquity (Plato and Aristotle), the Neoplatonic synthesis of late Antiquity (Plotinus, Proclus, Simplicius), and thirteenth-century scholasticism (Thomas Aquinas, Henry of Ghent). They do not only represent key moments in the intellectual history of the West, but are also the central figures and periods to which Carlos Steel, the dedicatary of this volume, has devoted his philosophical career. 

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Parmenide neoplatonico: intorno a un nuovo studio sulla presenza di Parmenide nel commento alla Fisica di Simplicio (Book discussion of: Ivan A. Licciardi, Parmenide tràdito, Parmenide tradìto nel commentario di Simplicio alla Fisica di Aristotele (Symbolon 42), Sankt Augustin, Academia Verlag, 2016), 2017
By: Hoine, Pieter d’
Title Parmenide neoplatonico: intorno a un nuovo studio sulla presenza di Parmenide nel commento alla Fisica di Simplicio (Book discussion of: Ivan A. Licciardi, Parmenide tràdito, Parmenide tradìto nel commentario di Simplicio alla Fisica di Aristotele (Symbolon 42), Sankt Augustin, Academia Verlag, 2016)
Type Article
Language Italian
Date 2017
Journal Méthexis
Volume 29
Issue 1
Pages 188-198
Categories no categories
Author(s) Hoine, Pieter d’
Editor(s)
Translator(s)
The text discusses Simplicius' harmonizing approach towards the philosophical doctrines of Plato and Aristotle, particularly focusing on the famous thesis of the supposed 'symphony' or 'harmony' between the two ancient philosophers. Simplicius is seen as a staunch supporter of this thesis, urging readers not to be misled by apparent disagreements between Plato and Aristotle. Instead, Simplicius encourages readers to look beyond the surface level of their words and uncover the fundamental agreement that lies beneath. The book by Ivan Licciardi delves into Simplicius' approach and shows that his harmonizing attitude is not limited to just Plato and Aristotle but extends to almost the entire pre-Socratic philosophy. This broader perspective stems from Simplicius' desire to defend the profound unity of ancient pagan philosophical traditions, possibly in response to the rise of Christianity. One central focus of the book is Simplicius' extensive treatment of Parmenides in his commentary on Aristotle's Physics. Parmenides is considered a crucial figure in Greek thought, and Simplicius views him as a theoretical milestone in which Plato's philosophy, seeking ultimate truth, is exemplified. Thus, Simplicius interrupts his commentary on Aristotle to discuss Parmenides in detail. Simplicius is not merely a transmitter of Parmenidean thought; rather, he interprets Parmenides to showcase the fundamental unity of the pagan philosophical tradition under the influence of Neoplatonism. The book explores Simplicius as an independent philosopher, historian, and interpreter of Eleatic thought, rather than merely a conduit for transmitting Parmenides' ideas. This approach places Simplicius within the context of late antique Neoplatonism, acknowledging the pivotal role played by late Platonists in shaping the transformation of ancient thought, as it was received by medieval and early modern thinkers. The objective of the book is to comprehensively discuss how Simplicius, in his commentary on Aristotle's Physics, treated Parmenides, examining Simplicius' interpretation and rendering of Parmenides instrumental in demonstrating the fundamental unity of the pagan philosophical tradition, under the auspices of Neoplatonism. In summary, the book offers an in-depth exploration of Simplicius' approach to harmonizing ancient philosophical doctrines, focusing on his interpretation of Parmenides and his broader role in late antique Neoplatonism. By delving into Simplicius' philosophical agenda, the book contributes to the study of late ancient Platonism, shedding light on the transformative period in the history of Western thought. [introduction]

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When should a philosopher consult divination? Epictetus and Simplicius on fate and what is up to us, 2012
By: Gabor, Gary, Hoine, Pieter d' (Ed.), Van Riel, Gerd (Ed.)
Title When should a philosopher consult divination? Epictetus and Simplicius on fate and what is up to us
Type Book Section
Language English
Date 2012
Published in Fate, providence and moral responsibility in ancient, medieval and early modern thought. Studies in honour of Carlos Steel
Pages 325-340
Categories no categories
Author(s) Gabor, Gary
Editor(s) Hoine, Pieter d' , Van Riel, Gerd
Translator(s)
At Enchiridion § 32,  Epictetus  raises  the  question  of  whether,  and  under  what  conditions, one should consult the art of divination (μαντική). Epictetus’ answer, along with Simplicius’ commentary on the passage four centuries later, provides a glimpse into late antique conceptions of fate, providence, and human responsi-bility. While united in a general acceptance of divination as an authentic science, doctrinal  differences  between  Epictetus’  Stoicism  and  Simplicius’  Neoplatonism  lead  them  to  interpret  the  philosophical  significance  of  the  practice  in  different  ways.  As  determinists  who  believed  in  an  all-embracing  conception  of  fate,  the  Stoics believed divination could facilitate the task of the sage living in accordance with that fate.1 But how exactly it does so requires explication since the philoso-pher in Epictetus’ view does not seek the same thing from divination as most other people. What then does one gain from the art? [Author's abstract]

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