Henology: implications for the apprehension of reality and knowledge in philosophy of Proclus
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Henology. Knowledge. Human.Abstract
In Proclu’s philosophy, there is a shift from an ontological to a henological perspective, as the reference point is unity rather than being. Starting from the Proclean perspective, which considers unity as the foundation of existence, this work investigates the relationship between the intelligible hypostasis and knowledge, taking into account the issue that Noûs is not the first term in the Proclean system. In light of this, the elements involved in knowing are analyzed, as well as the way cognitive activity occurs within the realm of reality. Finally, the investigation turns to the human understanding of the apprehension of reality, presenting how hypostases are understood by human beings based on their own mode, which finds in rationality a central aspect.
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