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Boethius

Also known as last of the Romans

A statesman and philosopher who transmitted ancient culture to the Middle Ages. He provided classical definitions for 'eternity' and 'person'.

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Definition

Statesman and philosopher, sometimes called the 'last of the Romans.' His translations and commentaries were important in transmitting ancient culture and philosophy to the Middle Ages. Among Boethius' contributions are the classical definitions of 'eternity' ('the perfect possession all at once of endless life') and 'person' ('the individual subsistence of a rational nature').

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  1. 1.Jerald C. Brauer and B. A. Gerrish, ed. The Westminster Dictionary of Church History. (Philadelphia: Westminster Press, 1971). 122Original citation: Brauer, Jerald C., and B. A. Gerrish, eds. The Westminster Dictionary of Church History. Philadelphia: Westminster Press, 1971, 122.

Last revised August 14, 2026