Building the Augustinian Identity: Giles of Rome as Master of the Order

Scholastic learning and discourse during the later Middle Ages were predominantly shaped within the studia or study-houses of religious orders, rather than universities. These institutions outnumbered universities and were more widely distributed across Europe, playing a crucial role in educating members of mendicant orders—including renowned figures like Albert the Great, Thomas Aquinas, and John Duns Scotus—in liberal arts and theology. Additionally, significant Scholastic activity occurred at papal courts, such as the Sacred Palace in Avignon, and royal courts. This volume highlights the intellectual contributions of Augustinian Hermits, Dominicans, Franciscans, Carmelites, Benedictines, and Cistercians, alongside the Papal Court's role in shaping medieval thought. Contributions from 25 scholars explore these themes, offering a comprehensive analysis of Scholastic learning beyond traditional academic settings.

Pini, G. (2012). Building the Augustinian Identity: Giles of Rome as Master of the Order. Philosophy and Theology in the ‘Studia’ of the Religious Orders and at Papal and Royal Courts, 409–426. https://doi.org/10.1484/m.rpm-eb.1.100985