Reclaiming the Lost Archive of San Agustin Library

The inventory provides a detailed listing of an extensive and diverse collection of religious, philosophical, and legal texts authored by prominent figures in their respective fields, highlighting the depth of scholarship available. Key works include "Opera" by Abad Panormitano, encompassing eight volumes that delve into various theological and legal discussions. Significant contributions such as Villarino's "Historia de las Recoletas Augustinas" offer insights into the history and practices of the Augustinian Recollects, while other notable texts include Innocencio IV's investigations into canon law and Baldus's comprehensive writings on ecclesiastical governance. The collection also features relevant works on spiritual themes, including "Flos Sanctorum" by San Antonio, which provides hagiographical accounts of saints, alongside devotional texts exploring the dignity and attributes of Mary, and discussions on the sacraments. Philosophical contributions are plentiful, with authors like Aristotle and Acosta providing foundational texts regarding moral philosophy and civil law. Moreover, the inventory contains a variety of historical and legal treatises, such as "Historia de las Indias Occidentales," which document colonial expansion and encounters, as well as commentaries addressing biblical interpretations, civic responsibilities, and the administration of justice, including works by Gratiano and López, focusing on the intricacies of legal and ethical dilemmas. Significantly, the collection emphasizes not just the historical context of the church but also its practical applications through ecclesiastical manuals, studies on church discipline, and reflections on moral theology. Treatises on specific religious orders, such as the Jesuits and Franciscans, alongside writings on the lives and teachings of significant figures like Saint Thomas of Villanueva and Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, further enrich this remarkable repository of theological literature This text is in the volume of the Inventarium Generale Omnium Librorum huius Bibliothecae Conventus Divi Pauli Manilensis Ord. Eremitarum S.P.N. August. In hac Provintia SS Nominis JESU Philipinarum." 1762.