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Philo of Alexandria

Hellenistic Jewish philosopher cited on mysticism.

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Also known as Philo of Alexandria, Ali

First appearance: lectures xvi and xvii mysticism

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See Philo of Alexandria in lectures xvi and xvii mysticism