Anselm of Canterbury: The Major Works
“Anselm of Canterbury: The Major Works” by Saint Anselm (Archbishop of Canterbury) is a comprehensive collection published by Oxford University Press on May 8, 2008. This reissue spans 513 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the profound inquiries posed by Anselm, such as the existence of God, the nature of truth, and the interplay between faith and understanding. Anselm’s approach emphasizes the importance of questioning and reasoning within the framework of Christian theology, making his works significant for both religious and philosophical discourse.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of Anselm’s major writings, which reflect his commitment to understanding the Christian faith through rigorous thought. The text invites engagement with essential topics in Christian theology and philosophy, including the nature of freedom in a divinely created world. This edition offers a unique opportunity to access Anselm’s key contributions in one volume, supported by Oxford World’s Classics’ dedication to scholarly accuracy and valuable supplementary materials.
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`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.
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