Robert Grosseteste and the pursuit of Religious and Scientific Learning in the Middle Ages
Robert Grosseteste and the pursuit of Religious and Scientific Learning in the Middle Ages
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罗伯特·格罗斯泰斯特和中世纪对宗教和科学学习的追求
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10.1007/978-3-319-33468-4_12
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2016
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Gasper G
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Robert Grosseteste’s commentary on the six days of creation, theHexaemeron, is one of his most extensive and detailed theological works. Composed during his time as bishop of Lincoln, it draws on earlier lectures, notably those on Genesis, and his scientific treatises. In theHexaemeronGrosseteste provides a powerful definition of theology, arguing that it should not be identified as a science, but in the course of this definition deploying Aristotelian definitions with great skill. TheHexaemerondisplays to the full the depth of range of Grosseteste’s reading, and provides, in its commentary on creation, the fulfillment of his earlier work, placing investigation of natural phenomena in the service of exegesis. This paper will explore pertinent themes for Grosseteste’s use of his earlier writing, and the implications of their subsequent interpretation. Nature, Creation and their interpretation by human reason allow Grosseteste wide scope for commentary, all grounded in the proper subject of theology, the unifying work of Christ.