The Routledge Guidebook to Aquinas' Summa Theologiae (The Routledge Guides to the Great Books)

Jason Eberl

ISBN 10: 1138777196 / ISBN 13: 9781138777194

Published by Routledge 2015-11-17, 2015

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Routledge Guidebook to Aquinas' Summa Theologiae (The Routledge Guides to the Great Books)
• Publisher: Routledge 2015-11-17
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138777196
• ISBN 13: 9781138777194
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Routledge Guidebook to Aquinas' Summa Theologiae introduces readers to a work which represents the pinnacle of medieval Western scholarship and which has inspired numerous commentaries, imitators, and opposing views. Outlining the main arguments Aquinas utilizes to support his conclusions on various philosophical and theological questions, this clear and comprehensive guide explores:

• the historical context in which Aquinas wrote
• a critical discussion of the topics outlined in the text including theology, metaphysics, epistemology, psychology, ethics, and political theory
• the ongoing influence of the Summa Theologiae in modern philosophy and theology

Offering a close reading of the original work, this guidebook highlights the central themes of Aquinas’ masterwork and is an essential read for anyone seeking an understanding of this highly influential work in the history of philosophy.

About the Author

Jason T. Eberl is the Semler Endowed Chair for Medical Ethics and Professor of Philosophy at Marian University in Indianapolis, USA.