Contemplating with Medieval Philosophers - Softcover

Lahav, Ran

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1947515284 ISBN 13: 9781947515284

Publisher: Loyev Books, 2025

Synopsis

Medieval philosophies, which flourished in the West between the 5th and 16th centuries, present a fascinating perspective on life, one which often seems strange to modern readers. Contemplating with Medieval Philosophers is an interactive study of selected representatives of these philosophies and a practical guide to contemplating on their deep insights. The book regards medieval philosophies not merely as theories of the past, but as starting points for the reader's own personal exploration.

Selected ideas of fourteen medieval and Renaissance philosophers are presented here, together with suggestions for contemplative exercises. This approach has been developed in the international Deep Philosophy Group which practices contemplation on philosophical life-issues with the help of philosophical texts.

This book is Volume 2 of the series Contemplating with Philosophers of the Past.

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About the Authors

Ran Lahav received his PhD in philosophy and Master's in psychology from the University of Michigan. For the past three decades he has been internationally active in the philosophical practice movement and in developing new forms of contemplative philosophy. He is the founder and leader of the Deep Philosophy Group which offers philosophical-contemplative activities to people around the world. He lives in rural Vermont, USA, and teaches at Vermont State University.

Karin Fechner is a German artist and designer, living and working in Italy and Germany. She has a Master's degree in textile and design and works in different areas of creative design. She is also involved in the field of philosophy and its relevance to the individual's life, and is an active member of the Deep Philosophy Group.

Edition details

• Publisher: Loyev Books
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1947515284
• ISBN 13: 9781947515284
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 118