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Although Greek authors treat philosophy and theology in the closest contiguity, most scholarship still reflects the 19th century prejudice according to which philosophy is a rational enterprise, while theology is a dogmatic discipline.

Civic Priests

This text presents a study of Roman sacrificial vessels and implements and sacrificial practices.

Plutarch, as a writer, Platonic philosopher and Delphic priest presents a singular combination of theology, philosophy and various traditions of living religion (Egyptian religion, Zoroastrism). This book illuminates the relationship in Plutarch's thought of the one Divinity to the many gods of the Greek Pantheon - and also to other religions.