https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/early-greek-philosophy--7000576enBooksCopyright Anthologies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8ad269bceab8f6510d23da661eddbbda.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/early-greek-philosophy--7000576Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:30:01 +0000Alfred William BennAnthologies Genrespreaker39@podcastlibrary.org"Man is the measure of all things," said the early Greek philosopher, Protagoras of Abdera. It was in this spirit of humanistic self-confidence that in the first half of the sixth-century B.C., Greek-speaking thinkers inaugurated the western...false9a8fde5b-8de9-577d-86d5-c76e161f7692episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/critias-plato-platon--74844578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74844578Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:01:18 +0000Alfred William Benn"Critias" by Plato delves into themes of governance, morality, and the ideal society, reflecting on the philosophical underpinnings of human civilization. As a dialogue attributed to one of Socrates' students, it invites listeners to explore the...3993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/studies-in-pessimism-arthur-schopenhauer--74836167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74836167Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:01:38 +0000Alfred William Benn"Studies in Pessimism" by Arthur Schopenhauer delves into the darker aspects of human existence, exploring the inherent suffering and dissatisfaction that pervade life. Schopenhauer's profound insights into the nature of desire and the futility of...12352falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-heavens-aristotle--74828990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74828990Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:01:52 +0000Alfred William Benn"On the Heavens" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the cosmos, exploring celestial phenomena and the principles governing the heavens. This foundational work examines the structure of the universe and the relationship between the Earth and the...18014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--74450138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74450138Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:59 +0000Alfred William BennOn the Ends of Good and Evil by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the fundamental concepts of morality and ethics, exploring the nature of good and evil. Cicero's reflections on these timeless themes invite listeners to ponder the principles that...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/de-anima-aristotle--74398891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74398891Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:25 +0000Alfred William Benn"De Anima" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the soul and its relationship to the body, exploring fundamental questions about life, consciousness, and existence. This foundational text examines how living beings perceive the world and the essence...12838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/posterior-analytics-aristotle--74317276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74317276Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:48 +0000Alfred William Benn"Posterior Analytics" by Aristotle delves into the nature of scientific knowledge and the principles underlying logical reasoning. This foundational work explores how we acquire knowledge through demonstration and the importance of understanding...15745falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selected-lead-articles-from-the-dawn-louisa-lawson--74211788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74211788Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:11 +0000Alfred William Benn"Selected Lead Articles from THE DAWN-Louisa Lawson" offers a compelling collection of thought-provoking pieces that reflect the pioneering spirit of Louisa Lawson, a prominent figure in Australian literature and women's rights. This audiobook...6843falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-the-five-towns-arnold-bennett--74145346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74145346Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0000Alfred William Benn"Tales of the Five Towns" by Arnold Bennett offers a vivid portrayal of life in a group of fictional towns in the Staffordshire Potteries, capturing the intricacies of human relationships and the everyday struggles of its inhabitants. Through a series...20382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-nature-of-the-gods-marcus-tullius-cicero--74096721https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74096721Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:28 +0000Alfred William Benn"On the Nature of the Gods" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the philosophical discourse surrounding divinity and the nature of the gods, presenting a rich exploration of belief and reason. This timeless work invites listeners to engage with...23999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cratylus-plato-platon--74040729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74040729Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:37 +0000Alfred William BennCratylus by Plato explores the intricate relationship between language and reality, delving into the nature of names and their meanings. This dialogue presents a philosophical inquiry into whether names are inherently connected to the objects they...10237falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kojiki-records-of-ancient-matters-no-are-hieda-no-yasumaro-o--73985185https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73985185Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:34 +0000Alfred William Benn"Kojiki Records of Ancient Matters-no Are Hieda, no Yasumaro Ō" is a foundational text that captures the ancient narratives and mythologies of Japan, chronicling the origins of the islands and the gods that inhabit them. This work offers listeners a...33927falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chandogya-upanishad-unknown--73931226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73931226Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000Alfred William BennThe "Chandogya Upanishad" is a profound philosophical text that delves into the nature of reality, the self, and the ultimate truth. Its teachings explore the relationship between the individual soul and the universal spirit, offering insights into...14554falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/theaetetus-plato-platon--73870638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73870638Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:05:47 +0000Alfred William BennTheaetetus by Plato delves into profound philosophical inquiries, particularly exploring the nature of knowledge and perception. This dialogue presents a rich examination of how we understand the world around us, questioning the very foundations of...12710falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/histories-volume-1-polybius--73806495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73806495Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:35 +0000Alfred William Benn"Histories, Volume 1-Polybius" offers a profound exploration of the rise and fall of the Roman Republic, providing critical insights into the political and military strategies that shaped its history. Polybius, a Greek historian, meticulously...22739falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ion-plato-platon--73773970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73773970Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:24 +0000Alfred William Benn"Ion-Plato (Πλάτων)" delves into the intricate interplay between poetry and philosophy, exploring the nature of inspiration and the role of the poet in society. This dialogue presents a thought-provoking examination of how artistic expression...3233falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minor-works-of-josephus-flavius-josephus--73743445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73743445Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:16 +0000Alfred William Benn"Minor Works of Josephus-Flavius Josephus" presents a collection of writings by the renowned Jewish historian Josephus, exploring themes of faith, identity, and the cultural milieu of his time. His insights into the Jewish experience during the Roman...26230falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/voice-and-public-speaking-john-poole-sandlands--73718900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718900Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:55 +0000Alfred William Benn"Voice and Public Speaking" by John Poole Sandlands delves into the essential skills of effective communication and public speaking. This audiobook offers timeless insights into mastering one's voice and presence, making it a valuable resource for...15061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selected-lead-articles-from-the-dawn-louisa-lawson--73699467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73699467Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:17 +0000Alfred William Benn"Selected Lead Articles from THE DAWN-Louisa Lawson" presents a compelling collection of insightful writings that reflect the pioneering spirit of Louisa Lawson, an influential figure in Australian literature and women's rights. This audiobook...6843falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hildebrand-and-his-times-william-richard-ward-stephens--73678745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73678745Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:20 +0000Alfred William Benn"Hildebrand and his Times" by William Richard Ward Stephens offers a compelling exploration of a significant historical figure and the era in which he lived. This work delves into the complexities of Hildebrand's life and the societal dynamics of his...25273falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mythology-jane-ellen-harrison--73655950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73655950Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:27 +0000Alfred William Benn"Mythology" by Jane Ellen Harrison delves into the intricate world of ancient myths, exploring their significance and impact on culture and thought. This work remains relevant today as it invites listeners to reflect on the enduring power of mythology...11106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/convivio-dante-alighieri--73633261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73633261Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:16:18 +0000Alfred William Benn"Convivio" by Dante Alighieri is a profound exploration of philosophy and ethics, where the author reflects on the nature of knowledge and the human condition. This work, steeped in the intellectual traditions of its time, invites listeners to engage...33333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-laches-text-87-119--73595747https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73595747Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:47:06 +0000Alfred William Benn"01" by Laches presents a thought-provoking exploration of early Greek philosophy, delving into the foundational ideas that shaped Western thought. This text invites listeners to engage with the philosophical inquiries that continue to resonate today,...3744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philippics-marcus-tullius-cicero--73563553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73563553Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:07:11 +0000Alfred William Benn"Philippics" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a powerful series of speeches that critique the political climate of Cicero's time, particularly targeting the ambitions of Mark Antony. This work encapsulates the essence of rhetoric and persuasion, showcasing...35184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aitreya-aranyaka-upanishad-unknown--73278708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73278708Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:07:24 +0000Alfred William BennThe Aitreya-Aranyaka Upanishad is a profound philosophical text that delves into the nature of reality and the self, exploring fundamental questions about existence and the universe. This ancient scripture invites listeners to reflect on the...11093falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-greek-philosophy-alfred-william-benn--71793090https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71793090Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:25:38 +0000Alfred William Benn"Man is the measure of all things," said the early Greek philosopher, Protagoras of Abdera. It was in this spirit of humanistic self-confidence that in the first half of the sixth-century B.C., Greek-speaking thinkers inaugurated the western...11489abdera,anaximander,antiquity,benn,croton,early,greek,heracleitus,philosophy,protagorasfalsefull