Diego de Covarrubias and Political Power

Authors

  • José Carlos Martín de la Hoz Academia de Historia Eclesiástica de Madrid

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55614/27093824.v7i1.193

Keywords:

jurist, Salamanca School, power

Abstract

Diego de Covarrubias y Leyva (1512-1577) is a paradigmatic figure of the legal and political thought of the School of Salamanca. His career as profesor of Canon Law, judge in the Chancellery of Granada, bishop of Segovia and president of the Council of Castile, evidences his contribution to the development of law and theology in the Golden Age. Trained by prominent scholars such as Francisco de Vitoria and Martín de Azpilcueta, Covarrubias integrated renewed Thomism and classical humanism in his juridical work, aimed at solving contemporary problems such as the legitimacy of political power, justice in international relations and the autonomy of communities. His participation in the Council of Trent was notable for his work in the implementation of essential ecclesiastical reforms, such as episcopal residence and clerical formation. This study analyzes his thought and legacy, highlighting his role in the articulation of an integrative and renewing juridical and theological model.

 

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Published

2025-07-17

How to Cite

Martín de la Hoz, J. C. (2025). Diego de Covarrubias and Political Power. Revista Fe Y Libertad, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.55614/27093824.v7i1.193