Who was Anselm of Canterbury? Those who have never read Anselm often caricature the medieval theologian as an esoteric logic chopper. A careful read of Anselm, however, reveals a different story. Anselm’s “perfect being” theology was not only the apologetic grounds of his ontological argument, but an entryway into his affirmation of both faith and reason. Anselm’s famous statement – God is “that than which none greater may be conceived” – was no bare proposition, but a declaration of praise. Anselm’s doxological reasoning defined his pursuit of happiness. In this episode of the Credo Podcast, Matthew Barrett is joined by Gavin Ortlund to discuss Anselm’s marriage of faith and reason in his pursuit of everlasting joy.
Gavin Ortlund is hosts Truth Unites. He has a PhD from Fuller Theological Seminary in historical and theological studies. He is the author of Anselm’s Pursuit of Joy: A Commentary on the Proslogion.
Matthew Barrett is the founder and executive editor of Credo Magazine. He is also Research Professor of Theology at Trinity Anglican Seminary. He is the author of several books, including Simply Trinity and None Greater. He is the host of the Credo podcast where he engages top theologians on the most important theological issues today.
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