Problem
Reading pp. 121-138 (Anselm) from the textbook and analyzing Anselm's and Aquinas's proofs of God's existence, write the essay by being guided by the following points:
i. Briefly describe the medieval period's historical context (social, political, cultural, religious, economic, etc.).
ii. Compare and discuss briefly explain the methods and ways of Anselm with Aquinas in proving the existence of God and explaining the nature of God. Explore the influence of Plato, Aristotle, and Augustine on Anselm and Aquinas's philosophical view on reality, God, morality, and knowledge.
iii. Conclusion: Considering today's society's historical context, which of the two metaphysical views (on proofs of God's existence, nature of being and reality, etc.) do you find convincing and relevant? Explain your answer. Do you think the spiritualistic interpretation of reality (use of religion) makes more sense than the materialistic understanding of reality (use of science)? Explain your answer.