The Anthropology of Johannes Scottus Eriugena
Author | : Willemien Otten |
Publisher | : BRILL |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1991 |
ISBN-10 | : 9004093028 |
ISBN-13 | : 9789004093027 |
Rating | : 4/5 (28 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Anthropology of Johannes Scottus Eriugena by : Willemien Otten
Download or read book The Anthropology of Johannes Scottus Eriugena written by Willemien Otten and published by BRILL. This book was released on 1991 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book deals with Eriugena's view of man in the context of his thinking on universal nature. Although man is seen as possessing a sinful created state, this does not prevent him from entertaining a free and direct relationship with God and the surrounding universe. It is shown that, while man is governed by nature's unfolding, he can also exercise significant control over it.