The Pragmatics of Papal Rule: Books 3 and 4 of Bernard of Clairvaux's De consideratione
The article focuses on how Bernard of Clairvaux's De consideratione, especially Books 3 and 4, develops a pragmatic vision of papal leadership shaped by historical crisis and personal observation. Topics include the shift from spiritual counsel to administrative guidance, Bernard's applica...
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| Tipo di documento: | Elettronico Articolo |
| Lingua: | Inglese |
| Verificare la disponibilità: | HBZ Gateway |
| Interlibrary Loan: | Interlibrary Loan for the Fachinformationsdienste (Specialized Information Services in Germany) |
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2025
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Cistercian studies quarterly
Anno: 2025, Volume: 60, Fascicolo: 4, Pagine: 353-372 |
| Altre parole chiave: | B
Leadership
B Spirituality B Bernard of Clairvaux B Augustinians B Pragmatics |
| Riepilogo: | The article focuses on how Bernard of Clairvaux's De consideratione, especially Books 3 and 4, develops a pragmatic vision of papal leadership shaped by historical crisis and personal observation. Topics include the shift from spiritual counsel to administrative guidance, Bernard's application of Augustinian frameworks to papal self-assessment and reform, and the influence of the Second Crusade and Bernard's close relationship with Pope Eugene III on his practical advice for governance. |
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| ISSN: | 1062-6549 |
| Comprende: | Enthalten in: Cistercian studies quarterly
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