Creating magnificence in Renaissance Florence

Description:

"The argument presented here repositions what has been called the 'theory of magnificence' and places it firmly within a theological framework. From the early fourteenth century onwards, Dominicans, influenced in particular by Thomas Aquinas's students and writings, disseminated Aristotle's ideas, especially by way of the pulpit. In particular, Aristotle's thoughts on 'magnificence', re-conceived as a Christian virtue, became a persuasive justification and powerful inducement when translated into material representations."--Foreword, page 10.

subjects: Histoire des doctrines,  Medieval Sermons,  History and criticism,  Prédication,  Renaissance Aesthetics,  Civilization,  Magnificence (Le mot anglais),  Théologie publique,  History of doctrines,  Sermons médiévaux,  History,  Histoire,  Virtues,  Histoire et critique,  Langage et langues,  Renaissance,  Preaching,  Vertus,  Magnificence (The English word),  Public theology,  Language and languages

People: Antonin saint, archevêque de Florence (1389-1459),  Antoninus Saint, Archbishop of Florence (1389-1459)

Places: Italie,  Italy,  Florence,  Florence (Italy)

Times: Middle Ages, 600-1500,  600-1500 (Moyen Âge)