ABSTRACT
The Stoic influence on Peter Abelard and John of Salisbury is vast, but identifying specifics is difficult. There are many reasons for this: foremost is the diversity of views that fall under the banner of Stoicism. Vaguely Stoic themes are ubiquitous throughout the twelfth century. Second, it is unclear what sources Abelard and Salisbury had access to. The frequency of florilegia and excerpts means it is at least possible that Abelard and Salisbury were not aware of all views expressed even in works they cite. Much of the influence is second hand. Many Stoic views were quite easily adopted by patristic thinkers who passed the views on now as part of the Christian heritage. Lastly, especially in the case of logic, there is always the possibility of reinvention.
