William Ockham and Thomas Bradwardine on God’s and Human Free Will

  • Elżbieta Jung University of Lodz, Institute of Philosohy
Keywords: Wiliam Ockham; Thomas Bradwardine; free will; free choice; determinism

Abstract

The paper deals with the fourteenth century theological discussion on the God’s and human free will. The dramatis personae are William of Ockham and Thomas Bradwardine. In his opus magnum entitled De causa Dei contra Pelagianum... Bradwardine recalls a quarrel between St. Augustine and Pelagius concerning free will, free choice and predestination. Considering yourself as the true Augustinian, Bradwardine accuses Ockham of being the Pelagian. The paper presents opinions of both English theologians against the background of Bradwardine critics of semi-pelagianism.

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2020-06-12
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