Philosophy and theology in the studia of the religious orders and at papal and royal courts

Philosophy and theology in the studia of the religious orders and at papal and royal courts

By International Society for the Study of Medieval Philosophy. International Colloquium

Book Description

This comprehensive scholarly work unveils a hidden dimension of medieval spiritual and intellectual life that shaped centuries of religious thought. While most people associate medieval learning with the great universities, this collection reveals that the true centers of theological and philosophical education were often the study-houses of religious orders scattered throughout Europe.

The book explores how Dominican and other mendicant communities created extensive networks of learning that far exceeded universities in both number and geographical reach. These religious study centers became the primary training grounds where monks and friars developed their understanding of theology, philosophy, and the liberal arts. Even the most renowned spiritual teachers of the era, including figures who would become pillars of Christian thought, spent the majority of their careers teaching within these order-based institutions rather than in formal university settings.

Through detailed examination of these religious educational systems, readers discover how spiritual communities cultivated deep learning traditions that influenced both papal courts and royal centers of power. The work illuminates the sophisticated intellectual culture that flourished within monastic walls, where contemplative practice merged with rigorous academic study.

For those interested in the historical foundations of spiritual education and the development of religious thought, this volume offers valuable insights into how medieval religious communities balanced scholarly pursuit with spiritual formation, creating educational models that sustained centuries of theological innovation and spiritual guidance.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~21 hours)

📄 Length: 764 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Dominikaner (Orden)
  • ✓ Explore Papst
  • ✓ Explore Medieval Education
  • ✓ Explore Theology, study and teaching
  • ✓ Explore Palast
  • ✓ Explore Franziskaner
  • ✓ Explore Theologie
  • ✓ Explore Karmeliten

Topics Covered

Dominikaner (Orden) Papst Medieval Education Theology, study and teaching Palast Franziskaner Theologie Karmeliten Theologiestudium Study and teaching Congresses Philosophie Ordensstudium Education Philosophy and religion Zisterzienser Benediktiner Monasticism and religious orders Scholasticism Theology König Philosophiestudium Studium Education, medieval History

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