La Genesi.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lazzarini, Gaia.

Series:

Corpus Christianorum in Translation

Corpus Christianorum in Translation ; v.30

Language:

Italian

Subjects (All):

Christian literature, Latin (Medieval and modern).

Theology, Doctrinal--History.

Theology, Doctrinal.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (456 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Turnhout : Brepols Publishers, 2018.

Summary:

Pietro Comestore's 'Historia Scholastica' is an influential 12th-century work that provides a comprehensive theological and historical interpretation of the first book of the Bible, Genesis. The text explores themes of creation, the early human condition, and pivotal biblical events such as the creation of Adam and Eve, the Great Flood, and the story of Abraham. Comestore's work is characterized by its integration of biblical narratives with scholarly exegesis, reflecting the intellectual milieu of medieval Europe. The book aims to educate clergy and scholars on biblical history and theology, serving as a pedagogical tool in medieval schools and universities. It is notable for its synthesis of biblical and classical sources, offering insights into the medieval understanding of sacred history. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9782503575971

2503575978

OCLC:

1030820278