E-raamat: From Iamblichus to Eriugena: The Prehistory and Evolution of the Pseudo-Dionysian Tradition

"Stephen Gershs goal is to show that Marsilio Ficinos commentary on Plotinuss Enneads is not only a pivotal text in the early modern reception of Plotinus but also a cornerstone of Ficinos philosophical thought. The absence of a detailed treatment of this text before now renders Gershs contribution all the more significant, as a comprehensive study of this lengthy commentary has long been overdue. [ ...] Gershs careful analysis reveals how, for Ficino, engaging with Platonic philosophy meant interpreting Platos writings mainly through Plotinus. The author demonstrates Ficinos clear preference for Plotinus over other pagan authorities, such as Proclus or Iamblichus, largely due to the formers metaphysical framework being more amenable to integration with Christian theology. [ ...] This book will appeal both to experts on Ficino and to those seeking a detailed introduction to his philosophy. Gershs work maintains the structure of Ficinos original commentary while organizing it into a lengthy series of themes. [ ...] Beyond its historical and philosophical significance as the first extensive study on this commentary, Gershs publication also presents the reader with a rare combination of virtues. This makes it an indispensable resource not only for scholars in Renaissance philosophy but also for those interested in the history of metaphysics, psychology, epistemology, aesthetics, and theology, as well as those engaged with the history of ideas and the Renaissance developments of scholastic philosophy." - Įlvaro José Campillo Bo, Accademia Vivarium novum, in: Speculum 101/2 (April 2026)