Nicholas Of Cusa

By Silvianne Aspray in September 2024

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Runtime: 42 mins

Silvianne Aspray discusses Nicholas of Cusa who was a 15th-century thinker whose ideas bridge the Middle Ages and modernity. Rooted in medieval Christian tradition, he was also influenced by the emerging humanist and scientific currents of his time. His works explored theology, philosophy, and mathematics, with key ideas like "learned ignorance" and the "coincidence of opposites." Scholars debate whether Cusa was a pioneer of modernity, a precursor to modern thought, or simply influenced it unintentionally. His intellectual legacy spans disciplines from theology to political theory, and his innovative approach offers insights into truth and knowledge, remaining relevant today.

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