Math{\'e}matiques, musique et cosmologie : A partir du Tim{\'e}e de Platon
Athanase Papadopoulos (GREAM, IRMA)
TL;DR
This paper explores the interconnectedness of music, cosmology, and mathematics through Plato's Timaeus, highlighting their mutual influence and philosophical significance.
Contribution
It offers a philosophical reflection on the historical relationship between music, cosmology, and mathematics inspired by Plato's Timaeus.
Findings
Highlights the influence of Plato's Timaeus on modern thought
Connects musical and cosmological concepts through mathematical ideas
Provides philosophical insights into the unity of arts and sciences
Abstract
Based on Plato's Timaeus, we present some reflections on music, cosmology and mathematics and their mutual influence.The article is dedicated to the composer Walter Zimmermann. The final version of this article will appear in the volume "Les jeux subtils de la po{\'e}tique, des nombres et de la philosophie. Autour de la musique de Walter Zimmermann", ed. P. Michel, M. Andreatta and J.-L. Besada, Hermann, Paris, 2021.
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TopicsHistory and Theory of Mathematics · Historical and Literary Studies