Seminar: Aquinas on the Gospel of John

This is a seminar in practical exegesis of Thomas' commentary on the Gospel of John. We will review questions of historiography and historical context, as well as the medieval theory of language, including the practices of grammar, dialectic and rhetoric; The seminar meets for three hours a week, and relies heavily on in-class exercises. In addition to students preparing for the disciplined theological or historical study of Aquinas, this seminar will be of interest to any student seeking to develop those skills that assist in the understanding of the great ancient and medieval classics of theology.