Anselm of Aosta: The challenge of knowledge and education throughout intellect

In this contribution, we aim to analyse the figure of Anselm of Aosta through a critical historical approach to bring to light how the concept of intellectus, which Anselm investigates, plays a key role from an educational point of view also. To this end, we will explore not only the theme of intellectus as an essential tool for self- discovery and openness to the transcendent but also its repercussions and its connection with the theme of rec- titudo. We will show how these elements that characterize Anselm’s speculative thought are linked with his an- thropological and educational conception and constitute an essential element for understanding the uniqueness and innovativeness of his thought.