Isbn: 9780282136505 - medieval political ideas, vol. 2 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of medieval political thought, focusing on the intricate power structures within the Church. It explores the evolution of papal authority, from its early foundations to the pinnacle of papal absolutism, where popes claimed supreme power over both spiritual and temporal matters. The author meticulously examines the intellectual and historical context of these claims, analysing key figures and their theories, such as Aquinas, Aegidius Romanus, and Augustinus Triumphus, who championed the concept of "plenitudo potestatis" ââ â the fullness of papal power. However, the book doesn't shy away from the controversies and challenges that arose in response to papal dominance. It delves into the emergence of conciliarism, a movement advocating for the authority of Church councils to check and balance papal power. Readers will encounter the ideas of Marsiglio of Padua, William of Ockham, and other thinkers who argued for a more representative and accountable Church governance. The book's exploration of the ongoing struggle between papal and conciliar authority sheds light on fundamental questions about the nature of power, representation, and the pursuit of unity within a complex institution. Ultimately, it reveals how medieval debates on Church governance mirrored broader societal tensions and contributed to the evolving landscape of political 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.…