Melodie H. Eichbauer
Professor of medieval legal and ecclesiastical history whose research focuses on legal pluralism, dissemination and interpretation of legal knowledge, and the interaction of law and theology in the medieval period; author of Law in a Culture of Theology.
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Nov 16, 2025 • 49min
Melodie H. Eichbauer, "Law in a Culture of Theology: The Use of Canon Law by Parisian Theologians, Ca. 1120-Ca. 1220" (Routledge, 2025)
Melodie H. Eichbauer, a professor specializing in medieval legal and ecclesiastical history, discusses her book about the intertwining of law and theology in 12th-century Paris. She explores how theologians like Peter the Chanter used canon law to address social issues such as marriage and heresy. The conversation highlights the significance of regional legal traditions and figures who shaped legal thought, demonstrating how these interactions informed pastoral care and theological education during a pivotal time.
Nov 16, 2025 • 49min
Melodie H. Eichbauer, "Law in a Culture of Theology: The Use of Canon Law by Parisian Theologians, Ca. 1120-Ca. 1220" (Routledge, 2025)
Melodie H. Eichbauer, a medieval legal and ecclesiastical historian, dives into the complex relationship between canon law and theology in twelfth-century Paris. She discusses the significance of legal knowledge among theologians, like Peter the Chanter, and how they applied it to issues like marriage and excommunication. Eichbauer explores the legal foundations of heresy trials and how figures like Robert of Courçon justified clerical roles. Additionally, she highlights Thomas of Chobham's engagement with secular law to critique royal claims, revealing a rich tapestry of law's influence on theology.
