Entre Filosofia Antiga E Monaquismo Medieval: Um Lugar Para João Cassiano (C. 360-430)

Abstract

This article aims to discuss the relationship between Ancient Philosophy and Medieval monachism, in analysing John Cassian´s work (aprox 419-426).It also aims to demonstrate how Cassian can be considered an author situated in the boundaries between Antiquity and Middle Ages due to the way, in his works, he approaches the limits of tradition and innovation and argues in favour of ascesis, an ancient philosophical practice, as essential for monastic life.