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Pletho and Dionysius
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AbstractAccording to Georgios Gemistos ‘Pletho’, politics should be established on true philosophy and mirror the cosmic order. Pletho interprets politically his ontotheology, by presenting a popularized metaphysical order in close connection to Pseudo Dionysius, in order to enhance the sociopolitical value of his programme. His works prove that he was a proficient theologian. However, his sociopolitical vision supersedes Christian religion. Pletho realized that the Christian religion is not adequate for the establishment of a well-ordered state that would promote supreme happiness. Consequently, he turned to a brand of monotheism which combines pagan and Abrahamic elements. Pletho’s idiosyncratic syncretism had enough room for Pseudo Dionysius.
Title: Pletho and Dionysius
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AbstractAccording to Georgios Gemistos ‘Pletho’, politics should be established on true philosophy and mirror the cosmic order.
Pletho interprets politically his ontotheology, by presenting a popularized metaphysical order in close connection to Pseudo Dionysius, in order to enhance the sociopolitical value of his programme.
His works prove that he was a proficient theologian.
However, his sociopolitical vision supersedes Christian religion.
Pletho realized that the Christian religion is not adequate for the establishment of a well-ordered state that would promote supreme happiness.
Consequently, he turned to a brand of monotheism which combines pagan and Abrahamic elements.
Pletho’s idiosyncratic syncretism had enough room for Pseudo Dionysius.
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