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Aristotle, Metaphysics Α 3 984a5–7 (= fr. DK 13 A 4): Two-step cosmogony in Anaximenes?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The paper examines Aristotle’s account of Anaximenes in the Metaphysics (984a5–7), arguing that a syntactical ambiguity in this sentence has generated two distinct interpretations. It is shown that the doxographical view about two steps in Anaximenes’ cosmogony may originate in the double reading of Aristotle’s sentence.

Source: Philologus

DOI: 10.1515/phil-2024-0059

Author: Cătălin Enache

Institution: University of Vienna

Language: English

Topic: Classical Philosophy and Thought

Subfield: Philosophy

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,712

OpenAlex ID: W7225198755

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