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Gilson, Étienne (1884–1978)
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French neo-Thomist, born in Paris, Professor at University of Toronto. Gilson was an outstanding historian of philosophy who explored the diversity and sophistication of medieval thought. He is especially known for his discussions of the Augustinian and Aristotelian strands of medieval philosophy, his account of the complex relations between reason and faith, and his exposition of the metaphysics and epistemology of Aquinas. His main works include The Christian Philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas (1919), The Unity of Philosophical Experience (1937), and The Philosopher and Theology (1960). ... log in or subscribe to read full text
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