The Four Daughters of God: A Study of the Versions of This Allegory

Description: This book explores the captivating history of a particular allegory from the Middle Ages, known as the Four Daughters of God. The allegory, based on a passage in Psalm 74, describes a divine council where Mercy, Truth, Justice, and Peace debate the fate of humanity, specifically the redemption of mankind. The author delves into the origins of the allegory, tracing it from its roots in Jewish mysticism and the Midrash, to its adaptation and development by Christian theologians like Hugo of St. Victor and Bernard of Clairvaux. The book then examines the wide-ranging influence of this allegory on medieval literature, analyzing how it was transformed and interpreted by prominent figures like Robert Grosseteste and Bonaventura. The author delves into the allegorical romances, sermons, and dramatic plays where the story of the Four Daughters unfolds, highlighting the rich tapestry of theological and social commentary woven into its various forms. The book illuminates the enduring power of this allegory, showcasing its ability to capture the complexities of human nature and the enduring questions of faith, justice, and mercy, offering a fascinating glimpse into the medieval mind and its enduring influence on Western thought. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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