Mystics and Heretics in Italy at the End of the Middle Ages and their Moral Philosophy - Emile Gebhart - Bog

""Mystics and Heretics in Italy at the End of the Middle Ages and their Moral Philosophy"" is a book written by Emile Gebhart that explores the lives, beliefs, and philosophies of various mystics and heretics in Italy during the late Middle Ages. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the moral and ethical principles that guided these individuals, as well as the social and political contexts in which they lived. Gebhart examines the works of prominent figures such as Girolamo Savonarola and Bernardino of Siena, as well as lesser-known mystics and heretics, to shed light on the diverse and complex religious landscape of medieval Italy. The book also delves into the controversies and conflicts that arose between these individuals and the Catholic Church, which often saw them as threats to its authority. Overall, ""Mystics and Heretics in Italy at the End of the Middle Ages and their Moral Philosophy"" offers a rich and nuanced exploration of a fascinating period in Italian history and the individuals who shaped it.1922. Contents: religious and moral condition of Italy before the time of Joachim of Flora; Joachim of Flora; Francis of Assisi and the Franciscan Apostolate; Emperor Frederic II and the rationalistic spirit in southern Italy; exaltation of the Franciscan mysticism, the eternal gospel, John of Parma, Fra Salimbene; Holy See and the spiritual Franciscans, popular art and poetry; mysticism, moral philosophy and the faith of Dante; and a list of works by Gebhart.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.