Introduction to Medieval Theology

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Introduction to Medieval Theology
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Rik Van Nieuwenhove
SeriesIntroduction to Religion
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:330
Dimensions(mm): Height 225,Width 150
Category/GenreHistory of religion
Theology
ISBN/Barcode 9781108813341
ClassificationsDewey:230.0902
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Edition 2nd Revised edition
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 24 March 2022
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This classic book, now in a second, expanded edition, is an invitation to think along with major theologians and spiritual authors, men and women from the time of St Augustine to the end of the fourteenth century, who profoundly challenge our (post-)modern assumptions. Medieval theology was radically theocentric, Trinitarian, Scriptural, and sacramental, yet it also operated with a rich notion of human understanding. In a post-modern setting, when modern views on 'autonomous reason' are increasingly questioned, it is fruitful to re-engage with pre-modern thinkers who did not share our modern and post-modern presuppositions. Their different perspective does not antiquate their thought; on the contrary, it makes them profoundly challenging and enriching for theology today. This survey introduces readers to key theologians of the period and explores themes of the relationship between faith and reason; the mystery of the Trinity; soteriology; Christian love; and the transcendent thrust of medieval thought.

Author Biography

Rik Van Nieuwenhove is Associate Professor of Medieval Theology at Durham University. He has authored many articles and books on medieval theology and spirituality, including: Thomas Aquinas and Contemplation (OUP, 2021), Jan van Ruusbroec. Mystical Theologian of the Trinity (IN: University of Notre Dame Press, 2003), and co-edited The Theology of Thomas Aquinas (IN: University of Notre Dame, 2005) and Late Medieval Mysticism of the Low Countries (NJ: St Paulist Press, 2008).