De Tetracty Pythagorica [microform] ..

<p>This is a historical Latin text De Tetracty Pythagorica written by Johann Georg Michaelis and published in 1735. The work explores the Pythagorean Tetractys a symbolic figure of immense importance to the Pythagoreans. The Tetractys representing the numbers one to four was considered a sacred symbol embodying the fundamental principles of the universe.<p>Michaelis's work offers insights into the mathematical philosophical and religious significance of the Tetractys within the broader context of Pythagorean thought. This text would be of interest to scholars studying ancient philosophy the history of mathematics and the development of religious symbolism. Its detailed examination of the Tetractys provides valuable context for understanding Pythagorean cosmology and its lasting influence.</p></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>