Saint Anselm: A Critical Biography

By Joseph Clayton

Book Overview

Saint Anselm: A Critical Biography is a comprehensive account of the life and works of Saint Anselm, a Benedictine monk and theologian who lived in the 11th and 12th centuries. Written by Joseph Clayton, a renowned scholar of medieval philosophy and theology, this book provides a detailed analysis of Anselm's philosophical and theological contributions to the Christian tradition.The book begins with a brief overview of Anselm's life, including his upbringing, education, and religious vocation. It then delves into Anselm's philosophical and theological writings, including his famous ontological argument for the existence of God, his theory of atonement, and his views on free will and divine foreknowledge.Throughout the book, Clayton provides critical analysis of Anselm's ideas, placing them in the context of the philosophical and theological debates of his time. He also explores the historical and cultural factors that influenced Anselm's thinking, such as the rise of scholasticism and the tensions between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire.In addition to its scholarly insights, Saint Anselm: A Critical Biography also provides a vivid portrait of Anselm as a person, revealing his deep piety, his struggles with illness and political conflict, and his enduring legacy as a theologian and saint. Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian thought and the intellectual legacy of one of its most important figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436690358
• ISBN13: 9781436690355
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"