Was John Eriugena primarily a Catholic priest?
No, he was a philosopher and theologian
Yes, he was a priest
He was a bishop
He was a cardinal
Answer
John Eriugena was a philosopher and theologian, not primarily a Catholic priest. He was a prolific writer and translator, and his work had a significant impact on the development of medieval philosophy and theology.
Unraveling the Renaissance: The Life and Works of John Scotus Eriugena
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