Ancient Philosophy - Time, Metaphysics & Mind I
People
Marmodoro A.
Course director
Mayr E.
Course director
Description
Aims
The course provides students with an introduction to ancient metaphysics and philosophy of mind, with a special focus on his treatment of the topic of time.
Contents
During the first semester, the course will deal with Aristotle in particular. We will discuss Aristotle on (i) the nature of time, (ii) change, becoming, and the persistence of substances through change, (iii) the passage of time and its perception, (iv) the temporal aspects of human choice, (v) poetry and prose and their timeless moral lessons.
Coursework
The course consists of a series of lectures alternating with presentations given by students and general discussions.
Reading
TBD
