Marsilio Ficino – Justice

We continue our in-depth survey of what the Florentine philosopher Marsilio Ficino, sometimes called the ‘Father of the Renaissance’, has to say about each of the virtues he lists as ‘leading a man to happiness’. Having dwelt for the last two terms on prudence and its close relation, providence, we follow his lead in linking these with Justice.

Here are a few of the things he says about this virtue:

• ‘justice is really a quality of will’;
• ‘souls fly back to heaven on two wings…..justice and wisdom’;
• ‘justice…..freely gives each man his own’

There is clearly a considerable amount we can still learn from Ficino about this apparently well-known virtue. Do join us in our explorations; it really does not matter if you have not been in on our previous discussions – your presence and contribution will be most welcome.

Starts: 21 January 2012

Times 11.15 am – 12.30 pm

Presenter Nicholas de Mattos

Fees £45 / concession or student £30

Enrol by phone – 020 7034 4000 or on arrival for first session