The dilemma for the problem whether it came first the egg or the hen is connected to the problem of the eternity of the universe. Analysis of capp. 4-the De die natali 13 of Censorinus and texts by other authors including Plutarch and Macrobius highlights the unexpected relief of the issue that has fueled extensive philosophical disputes in the past.

Ovumne prius exstiterit an gallina: un enigma solubile?

ROCCA, SILVANA
2004-01-01

Abstract

The dilemma for the problem whether it came first the egg or the hen is connected to the problem of the eternity of the universe. Analysis of capp. 4-the De die natali 13 of Censorinus and texts by other authors including Plutarch and Macrobius highlights the unexpected relief of the issue that has fueled extensive philosophical disputes in the past.
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