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Pythagorean thought profoundly shaped Plato's philosophy, particularly in the realms of metaphysics, cosmology, and education: 1. **Theory of Forms**: The Pythagoreans believed that numbers were the fundamental principles of reality. Plato extended this idea into his Theory of Forms, where abstract, immutable entities (Forms) exist beyond sensory perception. Mathematical truths, which are independent of the physical world, exemplify the perfection and permanence of these Forms. 2. **Cosmology**: In *Timaeus*, Plato describes the universe as an ordered, geometric entity, reflecting Pythagorean ideas of mathematical harmony. He explains that the Demiurge (divine craftsman) structured the cosmos using mathematical principles, including the Platonic solids, emphasizing numerical ratios as the foundation of cosmic balance. 3. **Education**: Plato's emphasis on mathematical training as a path to philosophical enlightenment stems from Pythagorean thought. In *The Republic*, he outline...

Islamic Aesthetics -  Seyyed Hossein Nasr   Introduction   Aesthetics, as a branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and art, was not treated as a separate subject by Islamic philosophers (falāsifa or ḥukamā). Unlike Western philosophers such as Hegel or Croce, Islamic thinkers addressed aesthetics indirectly. To understand Islamic aesthetics, one must examine passages from Peripatetic (mashshā’ī) philosophers, the Illuminationist (ishrāqī) school, and Sufi writings, as well as oral traditions transmitted by masters of Islamic arts.   Peripatetic Philosophers and Aesthetics   Islamic Peripatetic philosophers primarily discussed aesthetics in relation to poetry, often commenting on Aristotle’s Poetics. Key figures include:   - Al-Fārābī: Viewed poetry as "imaginative syllogistic proof by example," distinguishing it from rational discourse. Critics argued his theory was too subjective.   - Ibn Sīnā (Avicenna): Emphasized the...

14 Oct 2024 #MysticalMusic #MusicTheory #AncientWisdom "The Cosmic Symphony of Pythagoras" invites us to explore how Pythagoras' ancient wisdom and philosophy illustrate the universe as a harmonious mathematical tapestry. Known for his contributions to philosophy and mathematics, Pythagoras envisioned a profound connection between music, the cosmos, and mathematics. Through the concepts of "spherical music" and "cosmic harmony," he portrayed the universe as a perfectly orchestrated system governed by mathematical laws and spirituality. This approach to spherical harmony and harmonic theory reveals how astronomy, spirituality, and music theory intertwine within a realm of "mystical music." With this perspective, "The Cosmic Symphony of Pythagoras" unveils captivating insights into cosmic mathematics and spherical sounds, offering a deep understanding of the harmonics that resonate through the universe, linking humanity to a great...