Timaeus
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Summary
The dialogue «Timaeus» by Plato is centered around the discussion of the nature of the universe and humanity. The main participants in the dialogue are Socrates, Timaeus, Critias, and Hermocrates. Timaeus presents a cosmological theory, explaining the origin and structure of the universe, the role of the demiurge (creator), and the idea that the world is created in the image of eternal forms. He also examines the nature of the soul and body, describing their interconnection and functions. The dialogue touches on questions of mathematics, astronomy, and medicine, aiming to explain the harmony and order in the world.
Date of publication: 29 September 2024
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Genre: Philosophy