https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/early-greek-philosophy--6727943enHistoryCopyright History & Horror Collectionshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c9e26358116b3359b09a5059412ab71c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/early-greek-philosophy--6727943Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:12:17 +0000John LordPublic Domain Booksspreaker12@adfreesounds.comMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...falsec66ad78d-578c-5709-a2ee-3103d583663cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meno-plato-platon--74973395https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74973395Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:48 +0000John LordMeno-Plato (Πλάτων) presents a profound exploration of knowledge, virtue, and the nature of human understanding through the dialectical method of Socratic questioning. This dialogue challenges listeners to consider the essence of learning and whether...8682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-aeschylus--74857708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74857708Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:01:03 +0000John Lord"Prometheus Bound," translated by Robert Browning, is a powerful exploration of defiance and the consequences of challenging authority. The play centers on the Titan Prometheus, who suffers for giving humanity the gift of fire, symbolizing...4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-heavens-aristotle--74853176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74853176Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:01:08 +0000John Lord"On the Heavens" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the cosmos, exploring celestial bodies and their movements, as well as the principles governing the universe. This foundational text invites listeners to contemplate the relationship between the...18014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/octavius-marcus-minucius-felix--74969437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74969437Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:00:56 +0000John Lord"Octavius-Marcus Minucius Felix" presents a compelling exploration of early Christian thought through a dialogue format, showcasing the intellectual tensions between pagan philosophy and emerging Christian beliefs. This work is a significant...7249falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astrophel-and-stella-sir-philip-sidney--74965062https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74965062Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:59 +0000John Lord"Astrophel and Stella," penned by Sir Philip Sidney, is a poignant exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of the human heart. This collection of sonnets captures the tumultuous emotions of Astrophel, a passionate lover, as he navigates the...6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-benefits-de-beneficiis-lucius-annaeus-seneca--74960753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74960753Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:01:02 +0000John Lord"On Benefits" (De Beneficiis) by Lucius Annaeus Seneca delves into the nature of generosity and the moral implications of giving and receiving. Seneca explores the complexities of human relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding the...30274falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-1917-edition-patanjali--74956607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74956607Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:00:53 +0000John LordThe "Yoga Sutras of Patanjali," originally published in 1917, presents a foundational text on the philosophy and practice of yoga, emphasizing the importance of mental discipline and spiritual insight. This ancient work delves into the nature of...12783falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaushitaki-upanishad-unknown--74953144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74953144Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:00:55 +0000John LordThe "Kaushitaki Upanishad-Unknown" invites listeners into a profound exploration of ancient philosophical thought, delving into the essence of existence and the nature of reality. This Upanishad, steeped in the rich tradition of Indian philosophy,...4296falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lesser-hippias-plato-platon--74847999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74847999Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:00:55 +0000John LordLesser Hippias by Plato is a thought-provoking dialogue that explores the nature of knowledge and the concept of beauty through the exchanges between Socrates and Hippias. This work delves into the philosophical inquiries surrounding the definitions...4104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heptameron-of-the-tales-of-margaret-queen-of-navarre-volume-1-marguerite-of-navarre--74841061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74841061Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:01:05 +0000John LordHeptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 1-Marguerite of Navarre presents a collection of stories that reflect the complexities of human nature and the intricacies of love and morality. These tales, rich in their exploration of...19156falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/great-learning-the-doctrine-of-the-mean-confucius-kong-zi-zengzi-zi-yu-zisi-zi-si--74950499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74950499Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:01:12 +0000John Lord"Great Learning & The Doctrine of the Mean" presents the foundational teachings of Confucius and his disciples, Zengzi and Zisi, focusing on the principles of moral development and the pursuit of virtue. These texts explore the significance of...6813falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parmenides-plato-platon--74947942https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74947942Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0000John Lord"Parmenides-Plato (Πλάτων)" delves into the foundational ideas of early Greek philosophy, exploring the profound thoughts of Parmenides and their influence on Plato's work. This audiobook invites listeners to engage with the timeless questions of...8035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ancient-greek-philosopher-scientists-various--74945433https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74945433Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:01:24 +0000John Lord"Ancient Greek Philosopher-Scientists-Various" delves into the profound contributions of early Greek thinkers who shaped the foundations of philosophy and science. This collection highlights the innovative ideas and methodologies that emerged during a...11313falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/imperialism-and-world-politics-part-3-of-4-parker-thomas-moon--74941790https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74941790Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:01:40 +0000John Lord"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the complexities of imperialism and its profound impact on global politics. This segment of the series continues to explore the intricate relationships between nations and...23862falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-eminent-philosophers-volume-1-diogenes-laertius--74939176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74939176Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:01:44 +0000John Lord"Lives of Eminent Philosophers, Volume 1" by Diogenes Laertius offers a profound exploration of the lives and teachings of the great thinkers of ancient Greece. This work serves as an essential historical reference, illuminating the philosophies that...34002falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taittriyaka-upanishad-unknown--74831250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74831250Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:01:41 +0000John LordThe Taittriyaka Upanishad is a profound philosophical text that delves into the nature of reality and the self, exploring themes of knowledge, existence, and the ultimate purpose of life. This ancient scripture invites listeners to reflect on the...2901falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/svetasvatara-upanishad-unknown--74821861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74821861Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:01:38 +0000John LordThe "Svetasvatara Upanishad" is a profound philosophical text that delves into the nature of reality, the self, and the ultimate purpose of life. This ancient scripture invites listeners to explore the complexities of existence and the relationship...2484falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74724395https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74724395Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:01:48 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parmenides-plato-platon--74722265https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74722265Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:02:03 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...8035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophist-plato-platon--74506672https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74506672Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:53 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...9558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/statesman-plato-platon--74441068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74441068Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...9226falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selections-from-josephus-flavius-josephus--74366574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74366574Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:18 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...29427falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaushitaki-upanishad-unknown--74173543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74173543Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:04:17 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...4296falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lausiac-history-palladius--74115126https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74115126Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:04:29 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...16380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74073654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74073654Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:04 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herodotus-histories-vol-2-herodotus--74025884https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74025884Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:04:29 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...25052falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--73958132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73958132Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:04:21 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...33803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dialogues-concerning-natural-religion-david-hume--73905594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73905594Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:03:50 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...14524falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stoicism-st-george-william-joseph-stock--73861936https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73861936Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...8126falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-parts-of-animals-aristotle--73823293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73823293Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...35175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bible-history-volume-2-the-exodus-and-the-wanderings-in-the-wilderness-alfred-edersheim--73786971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73786971Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:41 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...28640falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gracchi-marius-and-sulla-a-h-beesly--73752622https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73752622Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:38:01 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...25565falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-laches-text-87-119--73689589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73689589Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000John Lord"01" by Laches (Text 87-119) delves into the foundational ideas of early Greek philosophy, exploring key concepts that shaped Western thought. This work invites listeners to engage with essential questions about existence, ethics, and the nature of...3744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcibiades-i-plato-platon--73654593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73654593Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:16 +0000John Lord"Alcibiades I" by Plato delves into the philosophical exploration of self-knowledge and the nature of the soul through a dialogue between Socrates and Alcibiades. This work emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself as a prerequisite for...8145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-aeschylus--73614855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73614855Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:40:22 +0000John Lord"Prometheus Bound," translated by Browning, is a powerful exploration of defiance and suffering, centering on the Titan Prometheus, who is punished by Zeus for bringing fire to humanity. This ancient Greek tragedy delves into themes of rebellion...4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--73571902https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73571902Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:20 +0000John Lord"Gorgias" by Plato, translated by Benjamin Jowett, delves into the nature of rhetoric, ethics, and the pursuit of truth. Through a dialogue that challenges the moral implications of persuasive speech, Plato examines the power of rhetoric in shaping...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apology-of-socrates-version-3-plato-platon--73519563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73519563Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:31:33 +0000John Lord"Apology of Socrates" by Plato presents a compelling account of Socrates' defense during his trial, where he faces charges of corrupting the youth and impiety. This work delves into profound themes of morality, justice, and the pursuit of truth,...4512falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sadhana-the-realisation-of-life-version-3-rabindranath-tagore--73467959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73467959Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:21:12 +0000John Lord"Sadhana, The Realisation of Life" by Rabindranath Tagore explores the profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Through poetic insights and philosophical reflections, Tagore delves into the essence of life, urging listeners to seek...14847falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/13-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606628https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606628Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:47:32 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. 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In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...747ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/09-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606624Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:47:05 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...847ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/08-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606623Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:46:58 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...957ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/07-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606622https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606622Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:46:51 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. 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In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...846ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/04-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606619https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606619Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:46:28 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...755ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/03-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606618https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606618Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:46:22 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...536ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/02-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606617Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:46:17 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...932ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-early-greek-philosophy-by-alfred-william-benn--67606615https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67606615Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:46:10 +0000John LordMan is the measure of all things, proclaimed Protagoras of Abdera, encapsulating the essence of early Greek philosophy. In the vibrant milieu of the sixth century B.C., Greek thinkers laid the groundwork for the western philosophical tradition with...693ancient,geometry,greek,humanism,metaphysics,nature,philosophy,socrates,thinkers,wisdomfalsefull