An Introduction to Medieval Philosophy (eBook)

Reverend Joseph W. Koterski, S.J., is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Fordham University. He also serves as the Editor-in-Chief of International Philosophical Quarterly and as Chaplain in Queen's Court Residential College for Freshmen.

Preface vii

Introduction 1

1 Faith and Reason 9

2 God 37

3 The Divine Ideas 61

4 The Problem of Universals 87

5 The Transcendentals 111

6 Cosmos and Nature 141

7 Soul 173

8 Conclusion 202

Glossary 206

Historical Figures 217

References 222

Index of Names 237

Index of Terms 242

"Another strength of the book is Koterski's skillful way of
motivating philosophical interest in concepts and ideas that might
otherwise seem arcane to the beginner . . .Koterski gives a thought
provoking analysis of several basic concepts that permeate medieval
thought and provides a thorough account of the varied sources that
influenced reasoning about these concepts." (American Catholic
Philosophical Quarterly, 1 October 2010)



"Strikingly clear, succinct, and erudite, this book will be
treasured by beginners and established scholars alike. As the
relationship of religious faith and the human sciences becomes an
ever more pressing societal issue, contemporary philosophers will
greatly benefit from Koterski's masterful exposition of the
insights of medieval thinkers." -- Matthew Levering, Ave Maria
University

"Father Koterski is a master of Jesuit pedagogy. His chapters
introduce key themes that still dominate Western philosophy. No
serious student of philosophy or theology should miss reading this
book."--Romanus Cessario, O.P., St John's Seminary, Boston,
Massachusetts

"Strikingly clear, succinct, and erudite, this book will be
treasured by beginners and established scholars alike. As the
relationship of religious faith and the human sciences becomes an
ever more pressing societal issue, contemporary philosophers will
greatly benefit from Koterski's masterful exposition of the
insights of medieval thinkers."

-Matthew Levering, Ave Maria University

"Father Koterski is a master of Jesuit pedagogy. His chapters
introduce key themes that still dominate Western philosophy. No
serious student of philosophy or theology should miss reading this
book."

-Romanus Cessario, O.P., St John's Seminary,
Boston, Massachusetts