: Discusses the influence of Pythagorean ideas on political thought, noting similarities with Philo’s perspective. Core Philosophical Arguments
: Investigates how Plutarch balanced his "New Academic" skepticism with a fascination for Pythagorean number mysticism. A Platonic Pythagoras. Platonism and Pythagorea...
: Specifically looks at the relationship between Platonic Forms and Pythagorean numbers in his arithmetical works. : Discusses the influence of Pythagorean ideas on
The "Platonic Pythagoras" referred to in the title represents a historical shift where later Platonists often viewed Pythagoras as the ultimate source of Plato's own wisdom. Plato and Pythagoreanism - Bryn Mawr Classical Review A Platonic Pythagoras. Platonism and Pythagorea...