Breviloquium

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Works of St. Bonaventure Works of St. Bonaventure Edited by Dominic V. Monti, O.F.M. VOLUME IX Breviloquium Works of St. Bonaventure Edited by Dominic V. Monti, O.F.M. VOLUME IX Breviloquium The Franciscan Institute St. Bonaventure University St. Bonaventure, NY 14778 (716)375-2105 Fax: (716)375-2156 franinst.sbu.edu St. Bonaventure • Works • V OLUME IX Both Thomas Aquinas and Bonaventure composed a “concise summary of the truth of theology.” Bonaventure differed from Thomas, however, in using a deductive method, that is, on the basis of the premises of faith he sought to demonstrate the essential conclusions of sound theology. The result, what he called the Breviloquium, is one of the most synthetic and penetrating manuals of theology ever written and is the best introduction to Bonaventure’s mature thought. Dominic Monti has now made this masterpiece available as never before. His translation, remarkable for its clarity, is accompanied by an excellent introduction and helpful notes. This volume will be welcome to everyone interested in theology. Bernard McGinn Naomi Shenstone Donnelley Professor emeritus Divinity School, University of Chicago In this new translation of Bonaventure’s Breviloquium, Dominic Monti brings to the English speaking world one of the most brilliant yet neglected works of the Seraphic Doctor. Monti’s comprehensive introduction and annotated translation provide a great contribution to contemporary scholarship, and enable this “precious jewel box” of medieval thought to be displayed more prominently. For all those interested in the synthesis of Bonaventure’s thought, this work is invaluable. Ilia Delio, O.S.F. Washington Theological Union ...