Pythagoras’ Philosophy and the Growth of African Politics: A Critical Assessment

Elijah Okon John and Matthew Joseph Akpan
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Elijah Okon John: Ph.D Department of Philosophy, University of Uyo PMB 1017, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Matthew Joseph Akpan: Department of Philosophy, University of Uyo PMB 1017, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

International Journal of World Policy and Development Studies, 2015, vol. 1, issue 1, 30-36

Abstract: Pythagoras, in the process of investigating the structure of the world order, addressed issues, some of which are: transmigration and immortality of the soul, conflict of opposites, tetraktys and the world like a game of festival. This research critically examines Pythagoras’ philosophy in the light of these issues and submits that, though Pythagoras’ philosophy is limited, perhaps, due to the fact that it is deeply rooted in mysticism, it contains some insights which can assist in the growth of African politics.

Keywords: Pythagoras; Philosophy; African Politics; African political growth. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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