"The Biblical Hermeneutics of Magister Gratian. An Investigation of Scripture and Canon Law in the Twelfth Century" by John E Rybolt

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The Biblical Hermeneutics of Magister Gratian. An Investigation of Scripture and Canon Law in the Twelfth Century

(1978)

John E Rybolt, DePaul University

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Abstract

The father of canon law, Gratian, compiled and explained previous ecclesiastical jurisprudence using, among other sources, the Bible. This dissertation presents the principles of Gratian's biblical interpretation. It is based on an analysis and explanation of representative passages in the Decretum Gratiani, 628 citations in all.

Disciplines

European History,
History of Religion,
Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion and
Religion Law

Publication Date

1978

Degree

Ph.D.

Field of study

Biblical Studies

Citation Information

John E Rybolt. "The Biblical Hermeneutics of Magister Gratian. An Investigation of Scripture and Canon Law in the Twelfth Century" (1978)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/john_rybolt/36/