Cur Deus Homo to Which is Added a Selection From His Letters
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Anselm von Canterbury Books
January 1, 1033 – April 21, 1109
Saint Anselm of Canterbury was a pivotal figure in medieval theology and philosophy, renowned as the founder of scholasticism. His work profoundly influenced Western thought, particularly his arguments for the existence of God and his theories on atonement. Anselm was not only a leading intellectual but also a devoted churchman, whose life was marked by conflicts between church and state. His ideas continue to resonate, shaping theological and philosophical discourse.
Anselm of Canterbury: The Major Works
- 513 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Originally published: Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press, 1998.
St. Anselm's Book of Meditations and Prayers (Hardback)
- 162 pages
- 6 hours of reading
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.
The translations by Williams are noted for their meticulous fidelity and accuracy, striking a balance between being true to the original texts and maintaining a lively, graceful style. This approach ensures that the essence and nuances of the source material are preserved while still being engaging for readers.
St. Anselm's Book of Meditations and Prayers
- 162 pages
- 6 hours of reading
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.
Featuring classical and medieval texts from the high Middle Ages, this collection serves as a companion to the Christendom: Defense of the Faith course within the Old Western Culture curriculum. It highlights significant works that explore the themes of faith and reason, providing insight into the intellectual landscape of the period.
Meditations and Prayers to the Holy Trinity and Our Lord Jesus Christ [Ed. by E.B. Pusey]
- 300 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Featuring a selection of prayers and meditations, this collection showcases the spiritual insights and deep faith of Anselm, a prominent theologian in Christian history. Edited by E.B. Pusey, the work provides a distinctive viewpoint on the divine, exploring themes of God's love and grace as experienced by humanity.
Proslogion
Mit Untersuchungen von Franciscus Salesius Schmitt
Das ›Monologion‹ handelt von Gott, seinem Dasein, seinem Wesen und seinen Personen. Es ist die erste eigentliche Theodizee. Seine Kühnheit besteht in dem Versuch, nur auf Grund reiner Vernunftüberlegung zu argumentieren. Die Vielheit der aufgefundenen Beweise veranlasst Anselm dann, nach einem einzigen Argument zu suchen, das er im ›Proslogion‹ entfaltet. Diese berühmteste Schrift Anselms enthält den ontologischen Gottesbeweis. Mit ihm entfachte der »Vater der Scholastik« eine Diskussion, die von Thomas bis Hegel und weiter reicht. Der Dialog ›De veritate‹ ist die erste Monographie dieses Titels überhaupt. Anselms Bestimmung der Wahrheit als »die mit der Vernunft allein erfaßbare Rechtheit« lässt die Einheit des Logischen, Ontologischen und Ethischen erkennen, den Quell, aus dem dieses Denken schöpft.
Kann die Existenz Gottes bewiesen werden? Anselm von Canterbury, einer der bedeutendsten Denker des frühen Mittelalters, führt seinen Beweis mit dem Argument, dass Gott „etwas ist, über das nichts Größeres gedacht werden kann“. Dieser nachgerade raffiniert zu nennende „ontologische“ Gottesbeweis hat Philosophen bis Kant und Hegel immer wieder beschäftigt.
