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Foundations in the Study of Magic, Part 2: Philosophy

Philosophical Foundations
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Language: English
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Description

In Part 2 of the Foundations in the Study of Magic series you will discover the philosophical foundations  and traditions responsible for the development of magical traditions  int eh middle ages through tot he modern period but western civilization in general.  Starting with the Presocratics, learn about the development of  Greek philosophy and the formation of the basis for science for centuries.  Discover how  the classical Philosophers (Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle) laid the foundation for political philosophy and western inquiry for centuries.  Lastly  start the journey to uncover the mysteries of Hermeticism and Neoplatonism and how it influenced magical practices.

You will learn

✓ History of Philosophy

Requirements

• Reading at an Undergraduate level

This course is for

• People interested in learning about the foundations of magic and western esotericism.
Independent Special Collections Librarian and Historian
From Williamstown Ontario R.A. Priddle is a special collection librarian and historian of magic, religion, and science.  He earned his Masters of Arts in Religious Studies from the University of Ottawa and his Masters of Information from the University of Toronto concurrently in 2013. Robert has traveled Europe and North America studying and speaking about magic and is delighted to return home to Canada to share his experience and expertise in the ubiquitous but little understood technology of magic.
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Platform: Udemy
Video: 54m
Language: English
Next start: On Demand

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