Realism

Realism

A belief developed by the philosopher Duns Scotus in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. Also analogous with Neo-Aristotelianism. This belief also contributed to the medieval Church crisis.

The foundation of this belief is that we can explore the nature of God with human reason. Because humanism is believed to be part of God's mind, we can use our reason and our capabilities to examine God.