Bonaventure as Exegete
Jacques Guy Bougerol
The scriptural works of Saint Bonaventure may seem to be limited interest. theological renewal that reached its height in the thirteenth century had beginnings much earlier. Two names dominate thought eleventh century: St.Anselm, whose lofty dissertations a definite influence on Bonaventure; and Venerable Bede, humble dogged work contributed greatly Carolingian civilization. exegetical tradition originated by Langton will followed masters until appearance mendicants, who initiate further changes character teaching. which attributes scriptures explains part why he uses indifferently expressions sacra scriptura theologia indicate both study teaching Bible. breadth scripture consists whole extent sacred books. classification presents is apparently adopted from John Rochelle. Keywords: Bible; tradition; Rochelle; ; books; St.Anselm;
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