A Manual of Modern Scholastic Philosophy, Vols. I & II
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Overview
This two-volume manual covers all the major facets of scholastic philosophy. After an in-depth introduction to the study of philosophy, Mercier breaks down the study of scholasticism into eight major subjects. Each subject gets its own introduction and comprehensive treatment.
Top Highlights
“the mere registration of facts without looking for any explanation of them” (Volume 1, Page 8)
“We confidently assert that there never has been found a manifest conflict between a dogma and a certain conclusion of science. Where discrepancies have arisen and doubts have been introduced they have always been the outcome of hasty observation, premature induction or ill-considered hypothesis, or, on the other side, of inaccurate definition of belief or the personal opinion of isolated theologians.” (Volume 1, Page 24)
“Revelation is not a motive of assent, a direct source of knowledge for the scientist and the philosopher, but rather a safeguard and negative standard.” (Volume 1, Page 23)
“according to the modern classification it comprises: ontology” (Volume 1, Page 18)