Semantinës Logikos Ištakos: Anzelmo Kenterberieèio De Grammatico
The Beginnings of Semantics: De grammatico by Anselm of Canterbury

Summary/Abstract: The article considers Anselm’s of Cartenbury treatise De grammatico in which the beginnings of semantics are treated. Relying on Aristotle’s categories and Priscian’s grammar, Anselm analyzes the term grammaticus and explicates its double substantial and adjectival function by which that term signifies substance and quality together. By means of this analysis, Anselm manages to show that some semantic gap exists between the accidental terms and their meaning. Anselm explains the meaning of name in two ways: separating a name from its significance and considering its meaning as direct (per se) and indirect (per aliud). The treatise is written in the form of dialog between teacher and pupil, during which the latter is encouraged to develop his ability to independent critical thinking.

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