The Philosopher

[CrypticWritings]

I recently purchased a book that has the Theological Tracts of Boethius along with his “Consolation of Philosophy” published as part of the LOEB Classical Library (Harvard University Press).

The only reason I personally discovered Boethius is because St. Thomas Aquinas refers to “The Philosopher” in his Summa Theologica, and I was taught that St. Thomas meant Boethius in that regard and that he Boethius) was/is an extremely important asset to the Catholic Church.

My question:
Is Boethius known as more of a Philosopher or a Theologian and what in particular is he known for in regards to the Catholic Church?

 

[vern_humphrey]

I believe St. Thomas meant Aristotle, whose works had just been rediscovered in Arabic during the Crusades.

 

[rpp]

“The Philosopher” in St. Thomas Aquinas’ works always refers to Aristotle.

At the time, Aristotle was not admired by many in the Church hierarchy because they had been, until Thomas Aquinas, not been able to reconcile much of his philosophy with Christian doctrine.

Also, while some of his works were recovered during the Crusades, much of his work had been preserved in monasteries including Monte Casino.

 

[CrypticWritings]

Also, while some of his works were recovered during the Crusades, much of his work had been preserved in monasteries including Monte Casino.

Do you mean the works of Aristotle or those of Boethius?

I assume Boethius was also influenced by Aristotle as was the great St. Thomas Aquinas?

 

[rpp]

Do you mean the works of Aristotle or those of Boethius?

I assume Boethius was also influenced by Aristotle as was the great St. Thomas Aquinas?

I am completely unacquainted with Boethius. I was referring to Aristotle.