History Medieval Philosophy (PHIA2202)
BA, Philosophy - PHI
Semester: Second Semester
Level: 200
Year: 2017
REPUBLIC OF CAMEROON THE UNIVERSITY OF BAMENDA
Peace-Work-Fatherland
P. O. BOX 39 Bambili
School:FACULTY OF ARTS Department:PHILOSOPHY Lecturer(s):Mr Owona and Mr Ngeh
Course Code: _PHIL202____Course Title: MEDIEVAL PHILOSOPHY
Date: _31-07-2017_______Halls: __ ________TIME: 08:00H00-11:00H00
Answer Two questions, choosing at least one from each section.
You are reminded for the necessity for good English and orderly presentation in your answers.
Section A:
1. According to Augustine of Hippo, man reaches out to an object greater than himself,
which can bring peace and Happiness.
Philosophically justify and criticize this emphasis on what regards our knowledge of the
truth. 35 marks
2. We cannot, says Augustine, perceive the immutable truth of things unless they are
illuminated as by a sun.
Philosophically interpret this view and point out some probable weaknesses regarding
education. 35 marks.
Section B:
3. To what extend is medieval philosophy a demonstration of Aristotle’s thoughts?
35 Marks.
4. Philosophy and Religion are odd bedfellows. Do you agree? 35 Marks.
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