Joachim of Flora is a book written by Emile Gebhart that explores the life and teachings of Joachim of Fiore, a 12th-century Italian mystic and theologian. The book delves into Joachim's unique and controversial ideas about the nature of the Trinity, the role of the Church, and the coming of a third age of the Holy Spirit. Gebhart provides a detailed analysis of Joachim's writings and their impact on medieval theology and philosophy. The book also examines Joachim's influence on later thinkers, including the Franciscan ...
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Joachim of Flora is a book written by Emile Gebhart that explores the life and teachings of Joachim of Fiore, a 12th-century Italian mystic and theologian. The book delves into Joachim's unique and controversial ideas about the nature of the Trinity, the role of the Church, and the coming of a third age of the Holy Spirit. Gebhart provides a detailed analysis of Joachim's writings and their impact on medieval theology and philosophy. The book also examines Joachim's influence on later thinkers, including the Franciscan order and the Renaissance humanists. Overall, Joachim of Flora is a comprehensive exploration of one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures in medieval Christian thought.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystics and Heretics in Italy at the End of the Middle Ages, by Emile Gebhart. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103714.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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