Parmenides

Greek philosopher (c. 515–450 BCE), known for monism.

Key Contributions:

• Developed philosophy of being.
• Contributed to metaphysics.
• Influenced Western ontology.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• On Nature (core text)
• Heraclitus (opposing views)
• Plato (later influence)
• Metaphysics (being vs. change)

Record

Lived: c. 515 BCE–450 BCE

Tradition: Greek