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AIBW 2:1 | Boethius: The Consolation of Philosophy1 min read

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The sources discuss the life and work of Boethius, a prominent Roman philosopher who lived in the early 6th century. Learn about the book that philosopher Peter Kreeft says is a “must read” for all of his students.

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  1. Boethiusbackground.txt: Focuses on the turbulent political climate in which Boethius lived, suggesting his political involvement and ethical convictions may have led to his imprisonment for treason.
  2. The Consolation of Philosophy is the complete English text of Boethius’s most famous work, The Consolation of Philosophy, which describes the philosopher’s reflections on his imprisonment and explores themes of happiness, true virtue, and the nature of good and evil.