Rhizomata-A Journal for Ancient Philosophy and Science
Scope & Guideline
Engaging with the Legacy of Philosophical and Scientific Thought
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Exploration of Ancient Philosophical Texts:
The journal emphasizes detailed analyses of classical texts from philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Heraclitus, examining their metaphysical, epistemological, and ethical dimensions. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
It encourages interdisciplinary studies that connect philosophy with other fields, such as science, linguistics, and theology, reflecting the multifaceted nature of ancient thought. - Historical Contextualization:
The journal aims to situate philosophical ideas within their historical and cultural contexts, revealing how ancient philosophies have influenced subsequent thought and contemporary issues. - Critical Engagement with Philosophical Concepts:
There is a strong focus on critical analysis of core philosophical concepts such as being, substance, and knowledge, often through the lens of dialectical methods employed in ancient philosophical dialogues. - Reception Studies:
The journal also explores the reception of ancient philosophy in later traditions, including its impact on medieval and modern philosophical thought, highlighting its ongoing relevance.
Trending and Emerging
- Language and Being:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on the relationship between language and concepts of being, particularly in the works of Plato and other ancient philosophers, indicating a growing interest in linguistic analysis within metaphysical discussions. - Metaphysical Investigations:
There is a notable trend towards deeper metaphysical investigations, especially regarding the nature of substance and change, as seen in explorations of Heraclitus and Aristotle, suggesting a revitalized interest in foundational philosophical questions. - Intertextuality and Philosophical Dialogue:
Emerging themes also include intertextual studies that examine the dialogues between different philosophical traditions, such as the interactions between Platonic and Aristotelian thought, emphasizing the dialogic nature of ancient philosophy. - Ethics and Responsibility:
There has been an increase in discourse surrounding ethical considerations in ancient philosophy, particularly concerning freedom and responsibility, reflecting contemporary philosophical concerns and their roots in ancient thought. - Philosophy of Science:
An emerging focus on the philosophy of science as it relates to ancient theories and methodologies suggests a growing interest in how ancient philosophical frameworks can inform modern scientific debates.
Declining or Waning
- Skepticism and Relativism:
Themes related to skepticism, particularly Pyrrhonian skepticism and relativism as articulated by figures like Protagoras, have seen a decline in recent issues, indicating a potential shift away from these topics in favor of more constructive philosophical inquiries. - Stoic Philosophy:
Although Stoicism has been a recurring theme in earlier publications, the frequency of articles exploring Stoic thought, particularly in relation to ethics and attention, seems to have waned. - Epicureanism:
Discussions centered on Epicurean concepts, such as pleasure and ethics, have also diminished, suggesting a possible transition towards more Platonic and Aristotelian themes in contemporary discourse.
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