The Religious And Moral Condition Of Italy Before The Time Of Joachim Of Flora

The book ""The Religious and Moral Condition of Italy Before the Time of Joachim of Flora"" by Emile Gebhart is a comprehensive study of the religious and moral state of Italy prior to the emergence of Joachim of Flora, a medieval Italian theologian and mystic. The author delves into the historical, cultural, and social factors that shaped the religious and moral beliefs of the Italian people during this period. The book explores the influence of Christianity on Italian society, as well as the role of the Catholic Church in shaping the moral and ethical values of the people. It also examines the impact of other religious traditions, such as Judaism and Islam, on the Italian mindset. Gebhart provides an in-depth analysis of the various philosophical and theological schools of thought that were prevalent in Italy during this period. He explores the works of influential thinkers such as Augustine, Aquinas, and Bonaventure, and how their ideas shaped the religious and moral landscape of Italy.Overall, ""The Religious and Moral Condition of Italy Before the Time of Joachim of Flora"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Italian religion and culture. It provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of the social, cultural, and intellectual forces that shaped the religious and moral beliefs of the Italian people during this period.THIS 42 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.