Aquinas and His Role in Theology

by Chenu, Marie-Dominique

• ISBN13: 9780814650790
• ISBN10: 0814650791
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-07-01
• Publisher: Michael Glazier

Summary

In Aquinas and His Role in Theology, Chenu provides a representative overview of the life and writings of the thirteenth-century theologian whom many consider to be the greatest master of Catholic religious thought. A rich explanation of the amazingly prolific and versatile books of Aquinas follows the story of his life's journey through the heart of Europe in the high Middle Ages. Chenu also portrays the religious and spiritual personality of Aquinas, showing how his typically systematic theology is rooted in personal contemplative roots and a passion for pastoral preaching.

Author Biography

Fr. Marie-Dominique Chenu was a leader throughout his long career in applying historical method to the study of Thomas Aquinas. Chenu published widely in both medieval and contemporary theology. A number of his studies are standard works for medievalists in every field. Throughout his long life, his historical studies and contemporary writings constantly fed each other. This present work is a magisterial summary of his research on the life and work of Thomas Aquinas

Table of Contents

Translator's Introduction	p. v
The Friar Preacher	p. 1
Master in Sacred Theology	p. 15
The Contemplative	p. 35
The Herald of a New Christianity	p. 63
Imago Mundi	p. 81
The Virtuous Life	p. 105
The Fate of St. Thomas	p. 123
The Works of St. Thomas	p. 133
Bibliography of Works of and about St. Thomas	p. 143
Illustrations	p. 146
Index of Names	p. 147
Index of Subjects	p. 148
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