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Erasmus

  • Paperback
  • 160 pages
  • Publisher: Continuum
  • 14 x 21.1 x 1.1 cm

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For readers interested in humanist thought and history

Explores Erasmus' critique of society and the church

You will gain wisdom on education and piety today

Discover the profound insights of Desiderius Erasmus in this enlightening book.

Desiderius Erasmus was one of the most influential writers of his time and widely acclaimed as the principal Northern humanist. He was, however, not only a man of letters but also a shrewd observer of society, a sharp critic of the institutional church, and a scholar on the cutting edge of biblical studies. Although not a systematic philosopher or theologian, he left his stamp on the intellectual milieu of his time and was regarded by Catholic apologists as the inspirational source of the Lutheran reformation. In this book, Erika Rummel introduces readers to Erasmus' ideas on education, piety, social order, and the epistemology underpinning his thought. The educational programme proposed by Erasmus aims at creating a Christian humanist, speaking with Ciceronian eloquence and breathing the spirit of the gospel. The perfect piety envisaged by Erasmus involves a progression from the observance of rites to inner devotion and a love of Christ that guides every action. The ideal social order, according to Erasmus, is hierarchical. He depicts the three estates arranged in concentric circles around Christ, with the clergy closest to him, followed by the nobility and the common people.;The Christian prince reflects the qualities of God, whose steward he is. A father-figure to his people, the ruler dispenses justice and provides spiritual leadership.
Erasmus and The Essential History of Christianity
The Essential History of ChristianityErasmus

  • Title

    Erasmus

  • Author

    Erika Rummell

  • Book Format

    paperback

  • Publisher

    Continuum

  • Published

    June 2006

  • Edition

    New edition

  • Weight

    196g

  • Page Count

    160

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.1 x 1.1 cm

  • ISBN

    9780826491558

  • ISBN-10

    0826491553

  • Eden Code

    119300