Neo-scholasticism
Also known as: Neo-Thomism
- 1Revived medieval scholasticism starting in the late 19th century.
- 2Heavily influenced by the writings of Thomas Aquinas.
- 3Also known as neo-Thomism due to its focus on Thomistic thought.
- 4Aims to integrate Catholic theology with modern philosophical inquiry.
- 5Promoted as a response to the intellectual challenges of the modern era.
Neo-scholasticism, also known as neo-scholastic Thomism, or neo-Thomism because of the great influence of the writings of Thomas Aquinas on the movement, is a revival and development of medieval scholasticism in Catholic theology and scholastic philosophy, which began in the second half of the 19th century.
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modern revival and adaptation of Thomism
This 19th and 20th-century movement sought to re-apply the principles of Thomism to address contemporary philosophical challenges and modern scientific developments.
Neo-scholasticism, frequently referred to as neo-Thomism, represents a significant revival and modernization of medieval scholasticism. Emerging in the second half of the 19th century, this movement sought to re-establish the philosophical and theological methods of the Middle Ages as a viable intellectual response to the challenges of modernity. Its primary inspiration was the work of Thomas Aquinas, whose writings were viewed as a necessary foundation for contemporary Catholic thought.
Thomas AquinasWikimedia Commons: File:Gentile_da_Fabriano_052.jpg The movement gained momentum as scholars and church leaders looked to restore intellectual rigor to Catholic education. By emphasizing the enduring relevance of scholastic philosophy, neo-scholasticism aimed to provide a coherent framework for addressing scientific, social, and political developments while maintaining traditional religious commitments. It became a dominant intellectual force within the Church throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.