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History of Philosophy 5: Pythagoras and the Invention of the Soul
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The Philosophy of Pythagoras: From Music to Soul
In this episode we discuss the teachings of Pythagoras, a major figure in ancient philosophy. The conversation covers his influence, particularly in mathematics, music, and his lasting impact on Western thought and Christian theology. Pythagoras's notion of the soul, especially the concept of the soul's transmigration and its contrast with Hebraic understanding, is explored in depth. The episode delves deeply into the philosophical and religious ideas that shaped Pythagoras’s theories and their implications.
00:29 Pythagoras and his 1,000 year influence
02:21 Historical Context and Influence
06:01 Philosophical and Religious Ideas
14:24 The Concept of Transmigration of the Soul
23:08 The Eternal and the Temporal: A Philosophical Dichotomy
23:30 The Soul's Imprisonment in the Body: Pythagoras to Plato
23:59 Christian Theology and the Body-Soul Dualism
24:34 Translating 'Soul': From Hebrew 'Nephesh' to Greek 'Psyche'
25:45 The Evolution of Language and Meaning
26:45 Theological Implications of Translation Choices
28:23 Understanding 'Nefesh' in the Hebrew Bible
31:20 The Greek 'Psyche' and Its Philosophical Baggage
34:00 Christianity's Fusion of Greek and Hebrew Thought
35:42 Practical Implications of Body-Soul Dualism
40:40 Concluding Thoughts on Body and Soul
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