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2020-10-20
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Boethius
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Boethius, Anicius Manlius Severinus
Horváth, Dániel
Horvath, Daniel
A' bölcseség vigasztalásai
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"A' bölcseség vigasztalásai" by Boethius is a philosophical treatise written in the early 6th century. The work explores themes of fortune, adversity, and the pursuit of true happiness through the personification of Philosophy, who provides guidance to the author during his time of misfortune. It reflects the struggles of Boethius as he contemplates the nature of life while imprisoned and facing potential execution. The opening of the text presents Boethius in a state of deep sorrow due to his change in fortune, lamenting his fall from power to imprisonment. He expresses his anguish through verses and is soon visited by Lady Philosophy, who seeks to console him. Philosophy emphasizes that true freedom and happiness come from within, rather than from external circumstances, reminding Boethius of the enduring nature of the human spirit and the transient nature of worldly success. This initial exchange sets the stage for a philosophical exploration of fate, free will, and the essence of true joy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Philosophy and religion
Happiness
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Category: Philosophy & Ethics
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