Before Forgiveness

The Origins of a Moral Idea

Autor*innen

• David Konstan

Parameter

• 208 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Philosophie

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The book explores the absence of the modern understanding of interpersonal forgiveness in ancient Greece and Rome. David Konstan delves into historical contexts, examining how cultural perceptions of forgiveness differed significantly from contemporary views. Through this analysis, he highlights the complexities of human relationships in classical antiquity, challenging readers to reconsider the evolution of moral concepts over time.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Paperback