PHIL3692 · Philosophy
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This course studies the philosophical thought of medieval women (e.g. Hildegard of Bingen, Catherine of Siena, Julian of Norwich, Christine de Pizan, etc.). While usually not labeled "philosophers," their thought contributes to and enriches perennial philosophical conversations. Although many of these writers are contemporaries of more famous medieval thinkers, their backgrounds, educations, audiences, and modes of discourse are often quite different. Studying them gives us a broader grasp and a deeper understanding of the medieval perspective. By the end of this course students will understand the views of important medieval women on self-knowledge, reason, love, persons, and immortality. Satisfies the following distribution requirement(s) for Philosophy: Ethics & Values, History of Philosophy.
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4.3 / 5
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~5
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Spring 2025
1 section