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  • Neoplatonism is a philosophical system that emerged in the 3rd century AD, based on the teachings of Plato and other Greek philosophers.
  • Neoplatonism emphasizes the existence of a single, transcendent source of all reality, known as the One or the Good.
  • Plotinus, a philosopher from Egypt, is considered the founder of Neoplatonism and is known for his Enneads, a collection of his writings.
  • Neoplatonism had a significant influence on early Christian thought, particularly through the works of theologians like Augustine of Hippo.
  • Neoplatonism posits a hierarchical structure of reality, with the One at the highest level, followed by the Nous (Intellect) and the World Soul.
  • Neoplatonism emphasizes the importance of contemplation and mystical experience as a means to attain knowledge of the transcendent.
  • Proclus, a Neoplatonist philosopher, developed a complex metaphysical system that further elaborated on the ideas of Plotinus.
  • Neoplatonism was particularly influential in Late Antiquity, with figures like Porphyry and Iamblichus further developing its ideas.
  • Neoplatonism's emphasis on the unity and interconnectedness of all things has been compared to Eastern philosophies like Hinduism and Buddhism.
  • Neoplatonism was revived during the Renaissance, with figures like Marsilio Ficino and Pico della Mirandola incorporating its ideas into their work.
  • The concept of theurgy, or divine ritual, was an important aspect of Neoplatonism, with practitioners seeking to align themselves with the divine through symbolic actions.
  • Neoplatonism influenced various artistic movements, such as the Symbolist movement in the late 19th century.
  • Neoplatonism has been critiqued for its perceived elitism and emphasis on the intellectual elite as the only ones capable of achieving true knowledge.
  • The Neoplatonic tradition continued to have an impact on Western philosophy through figures like Thomas Aquinas and Nicholas of Cusa.
  • Neoplatonism is often associated with mystical and esoteric traditions, with its emphasis on transcending the material world in search of ultimate truth.
  • Neoplatonism's concept of the One has been compared to the monotheistic God of Abrahamic religions, highlighting its influence on Christian theology.
  • Neoplatonism's emphasis on the immaterial aspects of reality has been seen as a precursor to modern idealist philosophies.
  • Neoplatonism's concept of emanation, where lower levels of reality flow from higher ones, has parallels in other philosophical traditions like Gnosticism.
  • Neoplatonism's emphasis on the unity of all things has been seen as a response to the dualism of earlier philosophies like Platonism and Aristotelianism.
  • Neoplatonism's legacy can be seen in various intellectual and artistic movements throughout history, from the Renaissance to Romanticism.

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