In the Proslogion, St. Anselm presents a philosophical argument for the existence of God. Anselm's proof, known since the time of Kant as the ontological argument for the existence of God, has played an important role in the history of philosophy and has been incorporated in various forms into the systems of Descartes, Leibniz, Hegel, and others. Included in this edition of the Proslogion are Gaunilo's "A Reply on Behalf of the Fool" and St. Anselm's "The Author's Reply to Gaunilo." All three works are in the original Latin with English translation on facing pages. Professor Charlesworth's introduction provides a helpful discussion of the context of the Proslogion in the theological tradition and in Anselm's own thought and writing.

A record of centenary celebrations at St Anselm's church and the church history compiled by the parishioners.

Within the vast expanse of theological literature, certain luminaries stand as pillars of wisdom, casting their profound influence across the ages. Among them, St. Anselm shines as a celestial beacon, his wisdom captured and unveiled in the eloquent prose of Sidney Norton Deane's masterful work. The Works of St. Anselm is not merely a compilation of ancient texts, but rather a sacred portal to the profound depths of medieval thought. Deane, a consummate explorer of religious philosophy, guides readers on an enchanting journey through the mystical tapestry of St. Anselm's mind. Through the pages of this magnum opus, Deane peels back the veils of time, immersing readers in the sublime musings of a medieval genius. St. Anselm's works, expressed with eloquence and devotion, illuminate the delicate interplay between faith and reason, sparking intellectual fires that still burn bright in the contemporary world. It invites readers to embark on a voyage of intellectual and spiritual exploration, navigating the ethereal realms of faith, reason, and divine contemplation.

This is the first volume of a two-volume set.

Mostly written between 1070 and 1080, before he became Archbishop of Canterbury, the prayers and meditations of Anselm of Aosta created a tradition of intimate, intensely personal devotional works written in subtle and theologically daring prose. While the Prayer to God is based on the Lord's Prayer, the Prayer to Christ is inspired by ardent private emotion and other prayers invest saints with individual attributes, with John the Baptist as the friend, Peter as the shepherd and Mary Magdalene as the forgiving lover, among many others. The meditations include a searching exploration of the state of the soul and a lament on the loss of purity, and the Proslogion discusses the mysteries of faith. With their bright imagery, beautiful language and highly original thought, the works of Anselm have secured a lasting place in both religious and secular literature.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1883.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1872.