I. The synopsis of three reviews on The Cambridge Companion to Anselm
The reviews present evaluations of The Cambridge Companion to Anselm contributed by recognized Medieval scholars. While asserting it as an appropriate reference on Anselm, the reviewers pointed out its shortcomings and errors. According to the reviews, the collection offers a remarkable range of contemporary approaches to the medieval texts of Anselm. It provides both a productive chronology of Anselm and his methodology and the purpose underlying his writings. In addition, many essays hit key points of Anselm’s perspective, thoughtfully explaining his essential arguments, excellently exposing the meaning of some obscure points, and showing Anselm’s relationship with other authors of his time.
However, the book contains spelling mistakes, literary errors and more seriously erroneous interpretation possibly leading new readers to misunderstand Anselm. Furthermore, some authors lack essential quotes, sufficient attentions to other significant works of Anselm, or even misjudge the influences on him while situating him within his wider interpretative context. Overlapping and repetition the same topics can be found in some essays. In short, as a wide coverage of Anselm’s writings, these well-composed essays are a recommendable resource for students and general readers to discover his view on philosophical and theological matters, while they still have some serious weakness.
II. A Summary of the Essential Teachings of St. Leo the Great on the Transfiguration
The Homily of St. Leo the Great on the Transfiguration contains many theological points about Christology and following Christ. Starting with Peter’s confession of Jesus’ Messianic status, he taught the divine and human natures of Jesus Christ, which is necessary for our belief. These two natures are equal and unseparated: “Manhood existed in Godhead and Godhead existed in Manhood.”1 Furthermore, he conf...