Anselm of Lucca
Italian bishop and theologian
Born
1036
989 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1086
939 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Italy
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Served as the bishop of Lucca and was an influential theologian during the 11th century. Contributed significantly to the development of scholasticism and wrote various works on faith and reason. Played a vital role in the church's relationship with the state, particularly during the Investiture Controversy. His theological writings emphasized the importance of faith and reason in understanding divine mysteries.
Authored 'Monologion' and 'Proslogion'
Participated in debates regarding church authority
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