The Problem of the Existence of God in Maimonides, Alanus and Averroes (Classic Reprint): A Study in the Religious Philosophy of the Twelfth Century - Couverture souple
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Explore how three medieval thinkers across Jews, Christians, and Muslims examined faith through reason. This study analyzes how Maimonides, Alanus, and Averroes sought to harmonize religious doctrine with philosophy, offering a clear, comparative view of their ideas and methods.
In accessible language, the book lays out brief biographies, summarizes each system, and then contrasts their problems and solutions. It shows how theology and philosophy influenced one another from the twelfth century onward, and how later readers interpreted ancient and modern thought.
- Brief biographies of Maimonides, Alanus, and Averroes.
- A clear presentation of each thinker’s philosophical system.
- A critical, comparative look at sources, problems, and proposed solutions.
- Discussion of how religion and reason were read as compatible or in tension.
Ideal for readers of philosophy, religious studies, and the history of medieval thought who want a structured, non-specialist introduction to this key conversation.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating philosophical debates surrounding the existence of God that captivated intellectuals in the 12th century. The author examines the arguments of three prominent thinkers: Maimonides, Alanus, and Averroes, each representing a different religious tradition - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, respectively. The author carefully traces the roots of these thinkers' ideas back to the ancient Greek philosophers, particularly Aristotle, and explores how they attempted to reconcile their religious beliefs with the conclusions of reason. The book explores the complex relationship between faith and reason, analyzing how these thinkers grappled with the challenge of proving the existence of God through logic and philosophical reasoning. The book highlights the fundamental tensions between religious dogma and the burgeoning scientific and philosophical ideas of the time, providing a valuable window into the intellectual and religious landscape of the 12th century. By comparing the philosophical systems of these three thinkers, the author reveals the rich tapestry of ideas that flourished during this pivotal period in Western thought. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780260100405_0
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