The Problem of Authenticity of Medieval Philosophy
The Problem of Authenticity of Medieval Philosophy

Summary/Abstract: This paper deals with the problem of authenticity of medieval philosophy. It does not consider any particular philosophical ideas of the Middle Ages, but rather questions modern interpretations and modern view of medieval philosophy. It particularly discusses the definition of philosophy, which today, from the positivist perspective, deprives philosophy of metaphysical topics. Mystical and metaphysical themes by and large permeate medieval philosophy; that's why the credibility of this philosophy is often questioned. However, positivist definitions question many other, undoubtedly confirmed philosophical systems, not limited to the Middle Ages. This paper therefore starts with the widest possible definition of philosophy, that of love of wisdom. Medieval philosophy represents a specific form of philosophizing, although, from the modern perspective, its role boils down to serving religion. However, the history of philosophy confirms that philosophy has never been in any other service but that of the truth.

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