The author argues that the key distinction in Plato's psychology, as it is elaborated in Phaedo and Republic, is not between soul and body but rather between two aspects of the soul. The main starting point in justifying this argument is an analysis of the theory of recollection that Phaedo presents. This theory, along with the proof for immortality which it proves, requires us to distinguish between two aspects: The soul contains, on the one hand, a perfect and forgotten knowledge – on the other hand, being one phenomenon among many, the soul exists and as part of this existence it recollects some of this perfect and forgotten knowledge. This duality is not one between the rational and non-rational parts of the soul. Recollection involves reason. The duality in recollection is between latent and perfect knowledge, on one hand, and the rational activity by means of which it is revealed, on the other. The opposition that is intrinsic to this duality is hence closely related to Plato's distinction between Ideas and phenomena. It is an opposition between the being and becoming, between the eternal and mortal. In Phaedo, throughout the various arguments and according to the various participants' grasp, this concept is developed and culminates in the last proof: This proof point at the source of life, much like the theory of recollection revealed the source of knowledge. The duality of the soul also elucidates the mythic symbols at the outset of Phaedo. The proofs that this dialogue furnishes for immortality clarify the duality of the soul and in doing so they offer a novel interpretation for the mythical symbols concerning the struggle of the soul which the body imprisons. This external conflict is rendered philosophically meaningful in Phaedo, turning thus into an expression of the basic tension between the two aspects of the soul. The interpretation that this book offers takes issue with more conventional ways of understanding Phaedo's psychology, which usually present it as though it was based on a division between body and soul. By reading this dialogue's arguments with reference to the duality of the soul, the author evokes the coherency of the proofs proposed in Phaedo to the immortality of the soul and clarifies the relationship between Plato's views of the soul as they appear in Phaedo and Republic respectively. Thus he sheds light on the latent dimension of the soul, on the inconceivable depth of the human soul which constitutes the foundation of Plato's philosophy of yearning.

The Indian language of Sanskrit is one the of oldest Indo-European languages. The Vedas, Upanishads, Mahabharata and Ramayana epics, religion and philosophy works, poetry, plays, mythology and legends were all written in this language. Sanskrit is the basis for any research on traditional Indian culture and Indo-European linguistics. This book presents the foundations of Sanskrit and all grammatical topics, accompanied by examples and poetry verses. The story of the עם Krishna is told along the book. The book is aimed at linguistics and students, who will be able to deal with literary, religious and philosophical texts upon completing the book. Illustrations by Dganit Greier. Before purchasing this e-book, please consider the following: • The e-book is for online use only. It cannot be downloaded as a PDF or as any other file. It can only be downloaded to the Magnes App, available for free download on App Store or Play Store. • E-books are nonrefundable. • Copying Sanskrit texts is not possible in the e-book edition of this book. We ask you to consider these factors carefully before purchasing the e-book. If you do not believe our e-book could suit your needs, kindly give thought to purchasing the printed edition of this book instead. We welcome you to write to us with any questions before purchase.

The lively action and well-constructed plot of the Phormio make it an ideal introduction to the Roman comic genre. While two fathers leave town for business, their sons have forbidden love affairs. The fathers leave behind a slave to watch over the boys, but for a hot meal, he helps them. One of the sons marries his lover, and the other buys her from her pimp and sets her free. Introduction and notes by Dwora Gilula.

This book deals with the art of persuasion in the past and present. There are three parts: the art of persuasion and the audience reaction in ancient Greece, the art of persuasion and the audience reaction in ancient Rome at the time of the early Roman republic, and the lecturer and audience in present days - issues, dangers and suggested solutions.