platonist (Meaning)
Wordnet
platonist (n)
an advocate of Platonism
Webster
platonist (n.)
One who adheres to the philosophy of Plato; a follower of Plato.
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platonist Sentence Examples
- Socrates' teachings have had a profound influence on Platonist thought.
- The Platonist philosopher Plotinus emphasized the importance of unity and the soul's ascent towards the One.
- Neoplatonism, a later form of Platonism, sought to reconcile Plato's ideas with those of Eastern mysticism.
- Platonist philosophers often believed in the immortality of the soul and its ability to transcend the material world.
- The Platonist concept of the Forms influenced Christian theology and medieval thought.
- Some Platonists assert that the physical world is merely a reflection of a higher, immutable realm.
- The Platonist ideal of intellectual beauty inspired Renaissance artists and thinkers.
- Platonists have argued for the importance of virtue and the pursuit of truth.
- Contemporary Platonists continue to explore the implications of Plato's philosophy for modern life.
- The Platonist tradition emphasizes the role of reason and contemplation in understanding the nature of reality.
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an advocate of PlatonismOne who adheres to the philosophy of Plato; a follower of Plato.
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Socrates' teachings have had a profound influence on Platonist thought.
The Platonist philosopher Plotinus emphasized the importance of unity and the soul's ascent towards the One.
Neoplatonism, a later form of Platonism, sought to reconcile Plato's ideas with those of Eastern mysticism.
Platonist philosophers often believed in the immortality of the soul and its ability to transcend the material world.
