Striking a Balance: Church Control and Rational Defiance in Medieval Philosophy

Medieval philosophy emerged on the foundations of antiquity. Although for a long time it was perceived as an imperfect copy of ancient currents of thought, today most historians agree that the Middle Ages were a period rich in diverse and original content. What theses did the most prominent medieval philosophers put forward? Below I will answer this question.

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The fall of the Western Roman Empire initiated economic, social, and cultural regression. Intellectual and philosophical life almost came to a standstill for a time, and many ancient texts were lost. Vulgarization of Latin occurred, and Greek declined, but the ancient philosophical tradition survived. However, with the development of Christianity, ancient philosophy was influenced by the new Christian theology, and the thought of Plato, Aristotle, or the Sophists transformed into new scientific currents.

The development and role of medieval philosophy

In the transitional period between antiquity and the Middle Ages, intellectual activity…