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Towards the end of his life, Cicero turned away from his oratorical and political career and looked instead to matters of philosophy and religion. The dialogue The Nature of the Gods both explores his own views on these subjects, as a monotheist and member of the Academic School, and considers the opinion of other philosophical schools of the Hellenistic age through the figures of Velleius the Epicurean and Balbus the Stoic. Eloquent, clearly argued and surprisingly modern, it focuses upon a series of fundamental religious questions including: is there a God? If so, does he answer prayers, or intervene in human affairs? Does he know the future? Does morality need the support of religion? Profoundly influential on later thinkers, such as Saint Augustine and Thomas Aquinas, this is a fascinating consideration of fundamental issues of faith and philosophical thought.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Nature of the Gods'? A: The main theme of 'The Nature of the Gods' revolves around philosophical and religious questions, specifically exploring the existence of God, divine intervention in human affairs, and the relationship between morality and religion.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Nature of the Gods'? A: 'The Nature of the Gods' is written by Marcus Tullius Cicero, a prominent Roman philosopher, orator, and statesman.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: This edition of 'The Nature of the Gods' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Nature of the Gods' contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Nature of the Gods' was published on October 30, 1972.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, 'The Nature of the Gods' presents philosophical ideas in a clear and eloquent manner, making it accessible for beginners interested in philosophy and religion.
- Q: What philosophical schools are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses various philosophical schools of the Hellenistic age, particularly the views of the Epicurean and Stoic schools through the characters Velleius and Balbus.
- Q: Does this book include any scholarly commentary or notes? A: As part of the Penguin Classics series, this book may include introductions and notes by distinguished scholars, enhancing the reader's understanding of the text.
- Q: Can I find this book in other formats? A: While this listing is for the paperback edition, 'The Nature of the Gods' may also be available in other formats such as hardcover or digital editions.
- Q: How does this book relate to modern philosophical thought? A: 'The Nature of the Gods' is considered profoundly influential on later thinkers, including Saint Augustine and Thomas Aquinas, and offers insights that remain relevant to contemporary discussions on faith and philosophy.