noun
Neoplatonism
A philosophical system developed in the 3rd century AD, based on Plato's ideas with mystical and religious elements. Used in academic and historical contexts.
新プラトン主義は、ルネサンス期の思想に大きな影響を与えた。
Neoplatonism had a major influence on Renaissance thought.
プラトン主義 (Platonism) refers to the original philosophy of Plato, while 新プラトン主義 (Neoplatonism) is a later development that incorporates mystical and religious elements.
Compound of 新 (neo-) + プラトン (Plato) + 主義 (-ism). A calque of English 'Neoplatonism' or German 'Neuplatonismus'.