Breviloquium (Works Of St. Bonaventure, Vol. 9)

Breviloquium (Works of St. Bonaventure, Vol. 9)

One of the works of Bonaventure that demonstrates his skill in "the divine art of synthesis" and is considered "the capstone of his academic career." This is Bonaventure's comprehensive presentation of Christian doctrine in a form suitable for instructional purposes. It can be used by anyone with an interest in the writings of the Seraphic Doctor.ReviewIn this new translation of Bonaventure's Breviloquium, Dominic Monti brings to the English speaking world - for the first time - 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 int he synthesis of Bonaventure's thought, this work is invaluable. --Ilia Delio, O.S.F., Washington Theological UnionAbout the AuthorFr. Dominic Monti, OFM, a native of Bradford, Pa., has served as provincial vicar of Holy Name Province, the largest province of Franciscan friars in the United States, since 2005. He is widely respected as a Franciscan history scholar.He holds a bachelor of arts degree in philosophy from St. Bonaventure University in Western New York and a bachelor of sacred theology from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.Fr. Dominic received a master s degree in sacred theology from Union Theological Seminary, New York, anda Ph.D. with a concentration in the history of Christianity from the University of Chicago s Divinity School. He was ordained in 1971