Scholarly Community at the Early University of Paris: Theologians, Education and Society, 1215–1248: 94 (Cambridge Studies in Medieval Life and Thought: Fourth Series, Series Number 94)
Cambridge University Press, 4/24/2014
EAN 9781107031043, ISBN10: 1107031044
Hardcover, 269 pages, 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.6 cm
Language: English
Originally published in English
This book explores the ways in which theologians at the early University of Paris promoted the development of this new centre of education into a prominent institution within late medieval society. Drawing upon a range of evidence, including many theological texts available only in manuscripts, Spencer E. Young uncovers a vibrant intellectual community engaged in debates on such issues as the viability of Aristotle's natural philosophy for Christian theology, the implications of the popular framework of the seven deadly sins for spiritual and academic life, the social and religious obligations of educated masters, and poor relief. Integrating the intellectual and institutional histories of the Faculty of Theology, Young demonstrates the historical significance of these discussions for both the university and the thirteenth-century church. He also reveals the critical role played by many of the early university's lesser-known members in one of the most transformative periods in the history of higher education.
Introduction
lecturers, debaters, preachers
1. Constructing a Faculty of Theology
2. The Parens scientiarum generation
an inside look
3. The great debater
the influence of William of Auxerre
4. Laundering money and souls
theologians and almsgiving at the early University
5. From the desert to the University
Parisian theologians and the seven deadly sins
Conclusion
Appendix
Bibliography
Index.