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The Consolation of Philosophy

The Consolation of Philosophy

by Boethius, 480-525?

BookID: 14328

Language:English

Translator:James, H. R. (Henry Rosher), 1862-1931

Reading Level:Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Copyright Status:Public domain in the USA.

Philosophy and religionHappiness

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"The Consolation of Philosophy" by Boethius is a philosophical work written in 523 while imprisoned and awaiting execution for treason. In this dialogue between the condemned author and Lady Philosophy personified, Boethius explores how happiness remains attainable despite misfortune, why evil exists in a God-governed world, and the nature of fate versus free will. Blending classical Greek philosophy with universal spiritual themes, this prison meditation became one of the Middle Ages' most influential texts, bridging ancient thought and medieval Christianity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Class:B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion

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