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Peter Abailard
Author: Sikes J. G.
Prefaced by: Nairne Alexander
Originally published in 1932, this book presents a comprehensive study regarding the life and works of Peter Abelard.
Language: EnglishSubject for Peter Abailard:
Publication date: 10-2014
Support: Print on demand
Support: Print on demand
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Originally published in 1932, this book presents a comprehensive study regarding the life and works of Peter Abelard. The text reflects the renewed interest in medieval thought at the time of publication, incorporating ideas from a broad variety of perspectives. A preface is included by the renowned theologian and biblical scholar Alexander Nairne. Detailed notes, appendices and a bibliography are also contained. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in logic, medieval philosophy and theology.
Preface Alexander Nairne; Author's note; Introduction; Abbreviations; 1. Abailard's career to the Council of Sens; 2. Faith and reason; 3. His use of pre-Christian writers; 4. The sic et non; 5. Abailard's logical theories; 6. Abailard's doctrine of God and of creation; 7. The trinity and the person of Christ; 8. His ethical theories, and the doctrine of the atonement; 9. The Council of Sens and after; Conclusion; Appendix 1. The chronology of Abailard's writings; Appendix 2. The Aristotelian translations known to Abailard; Short bibliography; Index.
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