Ammonius Saccas: The Teachings of the Philosopher Who Revived Plato's Ideas

Ammonius Saccas: The Teachings of the Philosopher Who Revived Plato's Ideas

Greek philosopher Ammonius Saccas revived the philosophy of Plato. Image: The School of Athens. Credit: Slices of Light. CC BY 2.0/flickr Ammonius Saccas, a Greek philosopher from the 3rd century CE, is one of the pivotal figures in the history of ancient philosophy. His life and teachings were instrumental in the revival of the Neoplatonic school, and he was the teacher of some of the most influential philosophers of the era, including Plotinus…