Episode 68 - Aristotle's Concept of Origin of Nature, and Actuality of Thought

In this episode we will look at the philosophical perspectives on Divinity in Aristotle, and how this is referenced in the Paradiso by Dante. We will also discuss the concept of potential and actuality, and the degree to which a "potential" could be seen or thought of as existing in itself before being actuality. From the Metaphysics - the First Mover as principle/origin/beginnings: "On such a principle, then, depend the heavens and the world of nature." - Book 12, chapter 7. .. Programming update; The postings will be a bit sporadic this summer, as we prepare for new episodes! Introduction to the main themes on the podcast so far is: Dante The Inferno: 34-39, 43-45 Purgatory: Ep 55-61 The Paradiso: 11,13,24,25,28 (selected highlights), and the ending 63-64. Greeks Greek Myth: 46 (Creation), 47 (Europa/Minos), 49 (Hubris), 51-54 (The Flood), 67. Greek Philosophy: 1,2,7,14,16-19,22-23,26,29-32, 65,66,68. Reflections Correspondence: Ep66. Biblical Stories: 8 (Babel). Wisdom Quotes: 4,12,14,17,23,26. Etymology: Ep7. Writings: Ep41, 62, 65. (From "Renaissance, Part I"). Overall Reflection: 6 (The Gifts), 40 (The Treasures of the Ancient World). Thanks for listening, and enjoy! :) Advertising Inquiries: }https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: }https://redcircle.com/privacy