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St Anselm of Canterbury Major Works 2008 Trade Paperback
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Language:EnglishPublication Year:2008Table Of Content:Includes: Letter to Archbishop Lanfranc; Monologian; Proslogion; Pro Insipiente On behalf of the Fool) by Gaunilo of Marmoutiers; Reply to Gaunilo; On Truth; On Free Will; On the Fall of the Devil; On the Incarnation of the Word; Why God Became Man; On the Virgin Conception and Original Sin; On the Procession of the Holy Spirit; De Concordia (The Compatibility of God's Foreknowledge, Predestination and Grace with Human Freedom; De Grammatico; Philosophical Fragments; Index.Publisher:Oxford University Press, IncorporatedFormat:Trade PaperbackNumber of Pages:544 PagesIntended Audience:TradeItem Length:7.9 inISBN-10:019954008XItem Width:5.1 inBook Title:Anselm of Canterbury: the Major WorksGenre:Religion, Biography & AutobiographyItem Weight:13.2 OzItem Height:1 inTopic:Christian Theology / Systematic, Christian Theology / History, Religious, GeneralAuthor:St. AnselmSynopsis:After Aquinas, Anselm is the most significant medieval thinker. Utterly convinced of the truth of the Christian religion, he was none the less determined to try to make sense of his Christian faith, and the result is a rigorous engagement with problems of logic which remain relevant for philosophers and theologians even today. This translation provides the first opportunity to read all of Anselm's most important works in one volume., Although utterly convinced of the truth of Christianity, Anselm of Canterbury struggled to make sense of his religion. He considered the doctrines of faith an invitation to question, to think, and to learn; and he devoted his life to confronting and understanding the most elusive aspects of Christianity. His writings on matters such as free will, the nature of truth, and the existence of God make Anselm one of the greatest theologians and philosophers in history, and this translation provides readers with their first opportunity to read his most important works within a single volume., Although utterly convinced of the truth of Christianity, Anselm of Canterbury struggled to make sense of his religion. He considered the doctrines of faith an invitation to question, to think, and to learn; and he devoted his life to confronting and understanding the most elusive aspects of Christianity. His writings on matters such as free will, the nature of truth, and the existence of God make Anselm one of the greatest theologians and philosophers in history, and this translation provides readers with their first opportunity to read his most important works within a single volume. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more., 'For I do not seek to understand so that I may believe; but I believe so that I may understand. For I believe this also, that unless I believe, I shall not understand.' Does God exist? Can we know anything about God's nature? Have we any reason to think that the Christian religion is true? What is truth, anyway? Do human beings have freedom of choice? Can they have such freedom in a world created by God? These questions, and others, were ones which Anselm of Canterbury (c.1033-1109) took very seriously. He was utterly convinced of the truth of the Christian religion, but he was also determined to try to make sense of his Christian faith. Recognizing that the Christian God is incomprehensible, he also believed that Christianity is not simply something to be swallowed with mouth open and eyes shut. For Anselm, the doctrines of Christianity are an invitation to question, to think, and to learn. Anselm is studied today because his rigour of thought and clarity of writing place him among the greatest of theologians and philosophers. This translation provides readers with their first opportunity to read all of his most important works within the covers of a single volume. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more., 'For I do not seek to understand so that I may believe; but I believe so that I may understand. For I believe this also, that unless I believe, I shall not understand.' Does God exist? Can we know anything about God's nature? Have we any reason to think that the Christian religion is true? What is truth, anyway? Do human beings have freedom of choice? Can they have such freedom in a world created by God? These questions, and others, were ones which Anselm of Canterbury (c.1033-1109) took very seriously. He was utterly convinced of the truth of the Christian religion, but he was also determined to try to make sense of his Christian faith. Recognizing that the Christian God is incomprehensible, he also believed that Christianity is not simply something to be swallowed with mouth open and eyes shut. For Anselm, the doctrines of Christianity are an invitation to question, to think, and to learn. Anselm is studied today because his rigour of thought and clarity of writing place him among the greatest of theologians and philosophers. This translation provides readers with their first opportunity to read all of his most important works within the covers of a single volume.ISBN-13:9780199540082gtin13:9780199540082brand:Oxford University Press, IncorporatedBook Series:Oxford World's Classics Ser.LC Classification Number:BR120
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This book is a fantastic collection of St. Anselm's essential works—clear, thought-provoking, and beautifully translated. Perfect for theology students or anyone exploring medieval philosophy. The paperback is sturdy, and the text is easy to read. A must-have for deepening your understanding of faith and reason. Highly recommend!
This book is a fantastic collection of St. Anselm's essential works—clear, thought-provoking, and beautifully translated. Perfect for theology students or anyone exploring medieval philosophy. The paperback is sturdy, and the text is easy to read. A must-have for deepening your understanding of faith and reason. Highly recommend!