Spectacles of truth in classical Greek philosophy

By Andrea Wilson Nightingale

Subjects: Knowledge, theory of, Theory (philosophy), Theory of Knowledge, Ancient Philosophy, Philosophy, ancient, Truth

Description: In an effort to conceptualize and legitimize theoretical philosophy, the Greek philosophers turned to a venerable cultural practice: theoria (state pilgrimage). In this traditional practice, an individual journeyed abroad to officially witness sacralized spectacles. This book examines the philosophic appropriations and transformations of the practice of theoria.