Error assessment
Irene van Renswoude
This chapter examines how scholars in the Carolingian period developed methods to assess error and distinguish true from false knowledge. It focuses on two instances of controversy that arose ninth century, when (re)introduction classical texts affected traditional modes assessment interpretation. The debates hold central stage this - confrontation between Florus Lyon Amalarius Metz, conflict Prudentius Troyes John Scotus are analyzed as clashes different communities A study manuscripts were produced at time reveals experimented with techniques establish truth, rectify what was considered false, enable reintegration deviant thinkers into community interpretation which they had strayed. becomes clear there a concept correctio world; but did not focus society or culture whole, individuals who found themselves wrong side shifting boundaries – should therefore either ‘correct’ be ‘corrected’ by others.
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