Abbot Anselm

Abbot Anselm was a Benedictine monk and abbot of the Abbey of Bec in France during the late 11th and early 12th centuries. He was renowned for his theological work, especially in developing the philosophical argument for God's existence known as the "ontological argument." Anselm sought to reconcile faith and reason, emphasizing that rational thought could deepen understanding of spiritual truths. His writings had a lasting influence on Western theology and philosophy, shaping discussions about the nature of God and the relationship between faith and reason.