Simplicius, sa vie, son oeuvre, sa survie

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This work presents a comprehensive exploration of Simplicius, drawing from both Greek and Arabic sources. It begins with a biographical introduction, detailing the life and contributions of Simplicius, alongside an examination of the calendars in use as referenced in Arabic sources and his commentary on Aristotle's Physics. The doctrinal aspects are analyzed, including Simplicius's views on categories and language, the interpretation of the "skopos" in Aristotle's Categories, and his insights on the first book of Aristotle's De Anima. The text delves into Simplicius's understanding of prime matter and his engagement with the Eleatic school, as well as his polemics against John Philoponus, highlighting his reaffirmation of celestial transcendence. The transmission of texts is a significant focus, with research on fragments of Simplicius's commentary on Aristotle's Metaphysics and an analysis of the text of his commentary on Physics. The manuscript tradition is explored, alongside the survival and influence of his commentary on De Caelo in the West from the 13th to the 15th centuries. The survival of Simplicius's commentary on Epictetus from the 15th to the 17th centuries is also documented, featuring notable figures such as Perotti, Politien, Steuchus, John Smith, and Cudworth. The work concludes with indices of cited texts, manuscripts, geographical names, and personal names, providing a thorough reference framework for furth