Summa Theologica: Complete 3 Parts, with Supplement & Appendix
Thomas Aquinas
Jan 2024 · DigiCat
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In "Summa Theologica," Thomas Aquinas meticulously explores the intersections of faith and reason, producing a compendium of Christian theology that remains foundational to Western philosophy. Written in a systematic question-and-answer format, the work addresses the nature of God, the moral implications of human actions, and the mysteries of salvation. Aquinas employs logic and Aristotelian philosophy to articulate concepts of natural law and ethics, making profound contributions to scholasticism during the 13th century, a period marked by intellectual revival and theological inquiry within the Church. Thomas Aquinas, a Dominican friar and theologian, aimed to resolve the tension between faith and philosophical reasoning in his era, characterized by growing interest in Aristotelian thought. His academic journey, from the University of Naples to his time in Paris, profoundly shaped his understanding of metaphysics and ethics. Influenced by spiritual mentors and his own contemplative experiences, Aquinas sought to present a comprehensive theological framework that could serve both the academic realm and the devout believer. "Summa Theologica" is an indispensable text for anyone seeking to grasp the philosophical underpinnings of Christian theology and moral philosophy. Its rigorous approach to theological inquiry invites readers to engage deeply with crucial questions concerning existence, purpose, and divine law, making it essential reading for scholars and laypersons alike.
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Thomas Aquinas, born in Roccasecca, Italy, circa 1225, was a Dominican friar and an immensely influential philosopher and theologian in the tradition of scholasticism. Known as Doctor Angelicus, Aquinas is revered as the model teacher for those studying for the priesthood. His most celebrated work, the 'Summa Theologica', is a seminal text in the history of Catholic thought and stands as a pinnacle of medieval scholasticism. This comprehensive compendium of Christian theology is designed to present the entirety of Catholic doctrine and is renowned for its logical rigor and ethical clarity. Aquinas's integration of Aristotelian philosophy with Christian doctrine brought Aristotelian thought into the service of Catholic theology, a synthesis that underpins his reputation as one of the great intellectual giants of the church. His writings exhibit a significant blend of philosophical principle with theological insight, contributing profoundly to the development of metaphysics, natural law theory, and ethics, profoundly influencing both secular and religious intellectual landscapes. Canonized as a saint in 1323, Aquinas's work has endured, remaining a cornerstone of Christian philosophy and theology, and his ideas continue to be studied and revered within the academy and the church today.
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