Contemplation and Action in Saint Bernard of Clairvaux's Angelology
The article discusses Saint Bernard of Clairvaux which is often depicted as an important representative of medieval monastic angelology, as his writings are filled with references to the angels who are presented as "guardians and tutors" for the faithful and examples to be imitated. It sta...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Cistercian Studies Quarterly
[2018]
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Cistercian studies quarterly
Year: 2018, Volume: 53, Issue: 4, Pages: 363-389 |
| IxTheo Classification: | CB Christian life; spirituality KAE Church history 900-1300; high Middle Ages KDB Roman Catholic Church NBH Angelology; demonology |
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Contemplation
B BERNARD, of Clairvaux, Saint, ca. 1090-1153 B Guardian angels B Act (Philosophy) B Angels B God |
| Summary: | The article discusses Saint Bernard of Clairvaux which is often depicted as an important representative of medieval monastic angelology, as his writings are filled with references to the angels who are presented as "guardians and tutors" for the faithful and examples to be imitated. It states that Bernard believe there is an inextricable connection between the contemplation and service of the angels who look upon the judgments of God and put those judgments into action. |
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| ISSN: | 1062-6549 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: Cistercian studies quarterly
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