St. Anselm Of Canterbury - James MacMullen Rigg - Bog

St. Anselm of Canterbury: A Chapter in the History of Religion is a book written by James Macmullen Rigg in 1896. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and works of St. Anselm, one of the most prominent Christian theologians and philosophers of the medieval period. Anselm was a Benedictine monk who served as the Archbishop of Canterbury from 1093 to 1109. He is best known for his ontological argument for the existence of God, which is still widely studied and debated today.The book covers Anselm's life, his intellectual development, and his contributions to the fields of theology and philosophy. Rigg explores Anselm's major works, including his Proslogion, Monologion, and Cur Deus Homo, and analyzes the impact of his ideas on the Christian church. The book also examines the historical context in which Anselm lived, including the political and religious turmoil of the eleventh century.Rigg's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. He draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a thorough and nuanced account of Anselm's life and thought. Overall, St. Anselm of Canterbury: A Chapter in the History of Religion is an important contribution to the study of medieval theology and philosophy, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of St. Anselm.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.