Greek Zèn: Living Starting from the Origin

In this essay, through an analysis of Greek philosophical and theological sources on the notion of life, the author points to the idea of life as an inexhaustible source, spring, and origin that allows for a regeneration of vital energy (zoe) via a second birth into individual existence (bios). A reading of the Edenic myth aimed at highlighting multiple levels and interpretations of the state of nature enables the author to argue against Agamben’s concept of “bare life” and in favor of the recognition of the value of the fullness of living.