Naming God in the Renaissance: Dionysius the Areopagite in Cusanus, Ficino, and Pico

Key Points

• The research investigates how Dionysius the Areopagite influenced Renaissance theological debates, particularly through thinkers like Cusa, Ficino, and Pico.
• Analyzed texts by Nicholas of Cusa, Marsilio Ficino, and Giovanni Pico.
• Explored the interaction between henology and ontology in their works.
• Examined the transformation of apophaticism to a more Christ-centered expression.
• Dionysius was pivotal in shaping the discussions on God's transcendence and immanence.
• The incorporation of Dionysian thought influenced Renaissance humanism's approach to theology.
• A shift from apophaticism to a celebration of Christ in hymns and contemplation was noted.

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