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Tad Brennan is a Professor of Ancient Philosophy at Cornell University, jointly affiliated with the Department of Classics and the Sage School of Philosophy. He teaches courses including Greek and Roman Philosophy (CLASS 2661) and Greek Philosophical Texts (GREEK 7161) for Fall 2025. His academic home also includes the Philosophical Review, a prestigious philosophy journal housed at Cornell.
Brennan's research focuses on Ancient Greek Philosophy, with primary expertise in Plato and Aristotle, though he has made significant contributions to Hellenistic philosophy. His work spans Stoicism, Skepticism, and Epicureanism, examining moral psychology, epistemology, and ethics within these traditions. He has published extensively on Stoic concepts including emotions, virtue, and the kathêkon (appropriate action), as well as on Platonic psychology and epistemology.
His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with both broad philosophical questions and meticulous textual analysis of ancient sources. Recent publications continue his exploration of Platonic self-knowledge and psychological theory, while maintaining his longstanding focus on Stoic thought. His work often bridges historical analysis with contemporary philosophical relevance, particularly in areas of moral psychology and ethical theory.
Brennan has collaborated with scholars including Charles Brittain on works related to Simplicius' commentary on Epictetus. His publications span monographs, edited volumes, journal articles, and reviews, reflecting deep engagement with both primary texts and contemporary scholarship in ancient philosophy.
His teaching and research interests intersect in the exploration of how ancient philosophical traditions address fundamental questions about human nature, ethics, and knowledge. Through his courses and publications, Brennan contributes to the ongoing dialogue between ancient philosophical traditions and contemporary philosophical inquiry.
