Word and Meaning in Ancient Alexandria

The book explores the evolution of language philosophy during the late Hellenistic and early Imperial periods, addressing the intelligibility of language and the nature of communication. It examines the attempts to connect immaterial reality with language's structure and meaning. Plotinus is highlighted for his philosophical depth, while comparisons with Philo, Clement, and Origen reveal both similarities and distinctions between Neoplatonism and early Jewish and Christian thought. This analysis provides insight into the complexities of language and philosophy during this transformative era.