History of Medieval Philosophy, Advanced

Through the critical examination of texts authored by prominent figures from the 5th to the 15th centuries, the course aims to achieve the following objectives: consolidate knowledge of the fundamental developmental trajectories of medieval thought, including the theoretical stances of major authors and prevailing intellectual traditions within various geographical and linguistic contexts; delve into the origins and significance of medieval terminology, literary forms, and argumentative techniques, elucidating their genesis and nuanced meanings; encourage students to apply acquired knowledge critically — which involves analyzing other philosophical works from the Middle Ages and beyond, identifying and comparing argumentative techniques, terminology, and doctrinal concepts.

Knowledge and Understanding

At the end of the course, students will be able to:
Identify key stages in the evolution of medieval philosophy and contextualize texts and doctrines within their linguistic and cultural origins.
Clarify the philosophical vocabulary, paying particular attention to the evolution of terms across historical contexts in philosophical, scientific, and theological discourse, spanning linguistic and cultural transitions (including Greek, Arabic, Hebrew, Latin, and vernacular languages).
Independently interpret one or more central texts from the medieval philosophical tradition.
Recognize, categorize, and critically explain diverse argumentative forms utilized within the texts examined during the course.

Ability to Apply Knowledge and Understanding

At the end of the course students will be able to:
Critically engage with medieval philosophical texts.
Autonomously apply acquired knowledge of medieval thought to analyze and interpret texts and doctrines beyond those covered in class.
Express ideas and concepts acquired in the study of medieval philosophical texts in a clear and effective way.