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Summa on Marriage (Mediaeval Sources in Translation),New
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The birth and flowering of canonical jurisprudence in the twelfth century is one of the most striking and fruitful developments of the age, marking an important turn in the history of the Church and in framing the essential elements of the rule of law in political and social life.Raymond of Penyafort was an important participant in these developments. Born near Barcelona in 1175, he became a teacher of canon law at Bologna, the greatest centre of legal studies. He joined the newly founded Order of Preachers (Dominicans), and championed multilingual education of the friars for a more effective evangelization of Muslims and Jews. He became Master General of the Order in 1238, and died in 1275. He was canonized in 1601 and has been declared the patron saint of canon lawyers.Pope Gregory IX appointed Raymond to produce a comprehensive compilation of papal legal decisions. The result, the Decretals of Gregory IX (1234), would remain normative in the Catholic Church until 1917. Raymond drew on it to compose his Summa on Marriage, a summary of learned reflection on the law of marriage, to aid his Dominican brothers in hearing confessions, where numerous problems touching on marriage would have been encountered. The definition of marriage and of its ends, stages and impediments, arrangements and consequences are the subject of the work. This translation of it offers students and scholars alike a comprehensive presentation of the medieval teaching on marriage learned in content, practical in orientation.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Summa on Marriage'? A: 'Summa on Marriage' focuses on the law of marriage as understood in the medieval context, discussing its definition, ends, stages, impediments, arrangements, and consequences.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Raymond of Penyafort, a prominent figure in canon law during the twelfth century.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still functional.
- Q: How many pages does 'Summa on Marriage' have? A: 'Summa on Marriage' contains 98 pages, providing a concise overview of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Summa on Marriage' published? A: 'Summa on Marriage' was published on January 1, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and scholars? A: Yes, this translation of 'Summa on Marriage' is suitable for both students and scholars, offering a comprehensive presentation of medieval teachings on marriage.
- Q: What historical significance does Raymond of Penyafort have? A: Raymond of Penyafort was a significant figure in the development of canonical jurisprudence and was canonized as a saint, recognized for his contributions to canon law and education.
- Q: What key themes are explored in 'Summa on Marriage'? A: Key themes include the nature of marriage, its legal implications, and guidance for confessional practices regarding marital issues.
- Q: Does this book provide practical applications of its content? A: Yes, 'Summa on Marriage' aims to be practical in orientation, assisting clergy in addressing real-world marital issues during confessions.