Egyptian philosopher . Plotinus (ploh-TI-nuhs) was born in 205 c.e., but there is almost no information about his origins or his early life. His nationality, race, and family are unknown, and information about his birthplace comes from a fourth century source that may not be reliable. Plotinus told his disciples little about himself; he would not even divulge the date of his birth. Only one thing can certainly be said: Plotinus’s education and intellectual background were entirely Greek. This... more

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