Proclus and the Chaldean Oracles

<p>This volume examines the discussion of the <em>Chaldean Oracles</em> in the work of Proclus as well as offering a translation and commentary of Proclus’ <i>Treatise On Chaldean Philosophy</i>. </p><p>Spanu assesses whether Proclus’ exegesis of the <em>Chaldean Oracles</em> can be used by modern research to better clarify the content of Chaldean doctrine or must instead be abandoned because it represents a substantial misinterpretation of originary Chaldean teachings. The volume is augmented by Proclus’ Greek text with English translation and commentary. </p><p><em>Proclus and the </em>Chaldean Oracles will be of interest to researchers working on Neoplatonism Proclus and theurgy in the ancient world. </p>