Benedict XVI: Theology is driven by love for God

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True theology is driven by the love of God. Benedict XVI noted this at the general audience catechesis dedicated to explaining the meaning St. Bonaventure's work to the faithful. The Pope emphasized the relationship and differences between this medieval saint and St. Thomas Aquinas, pointing out how both scrutinized the mysteries of Revelation with the resources of human reason. Such fruitful dialogue between faith and reason characterized the Middle Ages, which was a time of great intellectual and  ecclesial brilliance often not sufficiently acknowledged. After the general audience, Benedict XVI also received honorary citizenship in the town of Romano Canavese,  where he visited last July 19, and th ...

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