| Author |
Boethius, 480-525? |
| Translator |
Rand, Edward Kennard, 1871-1945 |
| Translator |
Stewart, H. F. (Hugh Fraser), 1863-1948 |
| Title |
The Theological Tractates and The Consolation of Philosophy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Ted Garvin, Robert Connal and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Theological Tractates and The Consolation of Philosophy" by Boethius is a collection of philosophical and theological works written during the early 6th century. The two primary texts included in this volume explore deep questions about the nature of God, the Trinity, and the relationship between divine philosophy and human understanding. Boethius, a Roman philosopher who experienced dramatic shifts in fortune, uses these treatises to express his inquiries into faith and reason, particularly in a time of personal despair. The opening of the collection introduces the influential figure of Boethius, detailing his life, scholarly endeavors, and the historical context of his writings. It draws attention to his imprisonment and the subsequent creation of "Consolation of Philosophy," highlighting the contrast between his former political success and his present circumstances. The early chapters engage in rigorous logical discourse, addressing the nature of the Trinity, the attributes of God, and how philosophical truths can be reconciled with theological principles. Boethius presents challenging arguments concerning the essence of God, emphasizing unity and identity among the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit while maintaining distinct personal attributes. This opening sets the stage for a profound exploration of existence, essence, and the nature of goodness, revealing Boethius's dual legacy as a philosopher and a theologian. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| Language |
Latin |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Philosophy and religion
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| Subject |
Theology -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Happiness
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| Subject |
Theology -- History -- Early Church, ca. 30-600
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13316 |
| Release Date |
Aug 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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