Leontius of Byzantium: Complete Works

Leontius Of Byzantium (485-543) was a Byzantine monk and theologian who introduced Aristotelian logical categories and Neoplatonic psychology into Christian speculative theology, initiating the later intellectual development of Christian theology. Brian E. Daley provides translation and commentary on his six theological works.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 640 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Leontius Of Byzantium, a Byzantine monk and theologian, played a pivotal role in the 6th-century Christological controversy by introducing a groundbreaking terminology breakthrough. Through his integration of Aristotelian logical categories and Neoplatonic psychology into Christian speculative theology, he facilitated a profound exploration of the union of Christ's human nature with his divinity. His influential work laid the foundation for the subsequent intellectual development of Christian theology throughout medieval culture. Brian E. Daley's meticulous translation and insightful commentary on six theological works attributed to Leontius of Byzantium make these texts more accessible and serve as a valuable resource for future scholarship.

Leontius Of Byzantium, a Byzantine monk and theologian, emerged as a key figure in the 6th-century Christological controversy. His innovative approach involved incorporating Aristotelian logical categories and Neoplatonic psychology into Christian speculative theology. By doing so, he facilitated a profound exploration of the union of Christ's human nature with his divinity. Leontius's work not only shaped the intellectual landscape of Christian theology during medieval culture but also set the stage for subsequent developments.

Brian E. Daley's meticulous translation and insightful commentary on six theological works attributed to Leontius of Byzantium make these texts more accessible and valuable for future scholarship. Daley's critical text and facing-page translation provide a reliable textual apparatus that enhances our understanding and appreciation of Leontius's theological contributions. Through his work, we gain a deeper insight into the complex and evolving nature of Christian thought during this pivotal period.

Weight: 938g
Dimension: 160 x 233 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192846808