The Private Orations of Themistius
Texas Tech University Press
ISBN 978-0-520-92270-9
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eBook. ePub
2023
In englischer Sprache
Umfang: 271 S.
Verlag: Texas Tech University Press
ISBN: 978-0-520-92270-9
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Das Werk ist Teil der Reihe: Transformation of the Classical Heritage
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In Themistius's public orations, he played the role of imperial panegyrist, but in the "private" or unofficial orations presented here, the senator concerns himself with apologetics, rhetorical and philosophical programs, material of autobiographical interest, and ethical themes. The speeches are valuable as evidence for the political, social, philosophical, religious, and literary history of fourth century Byzantium, and as examples of pagan ideology and eloquence in the newly Christianized court. Themistius argues, among other things, that the philosopher should be involved in public affairs, that the lessons of philosophy should be broadcast to the masses, and that it is appropriate for the philosopher to be an effective orator in order to circulate his teachings.
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