Anselm of Canterbury
Medieval Italy/England Scholasticism
Biography
Benedictine monk, philosopher, and theologian, best known for his ontological argument for the existence of God.
Life Dates
Born: April 21, 1033
Died: April 21, 1109
Notable Quotes
"Faith seeking understanding."
"God is that than which nothing greater can be conceived."
"I do not seek to understand that I may believe, but I believe that I may understand."
"The pursuit of truth is not to be discouraged."
"For I do not seek to understand in order to believe, but I believe in order to understand."