Introduction to Medieval Philosophy – Basic Concepts
Basic Concepts
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By exploring the philosophical character of some of the greatest medieval thinkers,
An Introduction to Medieval Philosophy provides a rich overview of philosophy in the world of Latin Christianity.
Explores the deeply philosophical character of such medieval thinkers as Augustine, Boethius, Eriugena, Anselm, Aquinas, Bonaventure, Scotus, and Ockham
Reviews the central features of the epistemological and metaphysical problem of universals
Shows how medieval authors adapted philosophical ideas from antiquity to apply to their religious commitments
Takes a broad philosophical approach of the medieval era by,taking account of classical metaphysics, general culture, and religious themes
Specificaties
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<p>Introduction 1</p>
<p>1 Faith and Reason 9</p>
<p>2 God 37</p>
<p>3 The Divine Ideas 61</p>
<p>4 The Problem of Universals 87</p>
<p>5 The Transcendentals 111</p>
<p>6 Cosmos and Nature 141</p>
<p>7 Soul 173</p>
<p>8 Conclusion 202</p>
<p>Glossary 206</p>
<p>Historical Figures 217</p>
<p>References 222</p>
<p>Index of Names 237</p>
<p>Index of Terms 242</p>