By the sophists to Aristotle through Plato

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There is a significant distinction between our modern approach to philosophy, influenced by Descartes' clear thinking and focused on alternative models, and the classical method rooted in Platonic-Aristotelian traditions, which employs technical and methodical pluralism to juxtapose various schemes essential for understanding a complex reality. Ancient philosophers utilized a rich array of schemes in diverse forms, allowing for statements that may appear mismatched or contradictory without resulting in genuine contradictions or relativism. This approach emphasizes the necessity of understanding a multiform reality. By adopting this interpretative paradigm and applying it to key reflections from the Sophists, Plato, and Aristotle, the contributors offer compelling examples of the distinctly 'Greek' tendency to advance through associations of possibilities. This method rejects binary thinking, favoring a more open and dynamic 'and-and' combination. The authors argue that many puzzles in Ancient philosophy that have historically perplexed scholars can be reinterpreted and clarified through this paradigm, providing fresh insights into longstanding debates.