Olivi and the Interpretation of Matthew in the High Middle Ages

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Focusing on the interpretations of the Gospel of Matthew, this work explores the convergence of scholastic, apocalyptic, and Franciscan perspectives between 1150 and 1350. Set against the backdrop of high-medieval religious life, it examines the papacy's attitudes towards the Franciscan Order. The study highlights the significance of Peter Olivi's commentary on Matthew, using it to illuminate broader theological and ecclesiastical developments of the time.