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Exploring the evolution of the concept of "truth" in archaic Greece, this work delves into its origins as a mytho-religious idea before transitioning to philosophical discourse. The author examines its enigmatic emergence in Greek literature and the shift from religious to secular interpretations, particularly through the perspectives of sophists and orators. The study culminates with a unique analysis of Parmenides' poem on Being, offering fresh insights into the philosophical landscape of ancient Greece.
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The Masters of Truth in Archaic Greece, Marcel Detienne
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- 1999
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- Title
- The Masters of Truth in Archaic Greece
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marcel Detienne
- Publisher
- Zone Books
- Publisher
- 1999
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 232
- ISBN13
- 9780942299861
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Exploring the evolution of the concept of "truth" in archaic Greece, this work delves into its origins as a mytho-religious idea before transitioning to philosophical discourse. The author examines its enigmatic emergence in Greek literature and the shift from religious to secular interpretations, particularly through the perspectives of sophists and orators. The study culminates with a unique analysis of Parmenides' poem on Being, offering fresh insights into the philosophical landscape of ancient Greece.