PHI 302: Foundations of Greek Philosophy

PHI 302 – Foundations of Greek Philosophy
This course is a survey of classical philosophy and the evolution of the concepts of consciousness in classical philosophy. This course investigates how the Pre-Socratic thinkers provide us with a glimpse into what Plato, Aristotle, Plotinus and Proclus developed into a system of thought of lasting beauty and profundity. This is an introduction to Greek Philosophy, dealing with the rise of the original sense of philosophy as “love of wisdom.” (3 credits)

“Education at any age is a lifelong dedication to the improvement of character, and the enlargement of understanding. There is no reason why PRS should not be remembered like Plato’s Academy, but if it is to continue, the society must make use of the most advanced technology available. I now envision a university of the mind, and think that through proper organization we can bring this message of enlightened living to a much greater audience throughout the world.” — Manly Palmer Hall