St. Thomas Aquinas, primarily known for his theological and philosophical work, had a few interests outside of his scholarly pursuits. He enjoyed engaging in discussions and debates about philosophy and theology, often participating in intellectual exchanges with contemporaries. Additionally, he valued music, particularly sacred music, and was known to have a fondness for the liturgy. His contemplative nature also implied a love for prayer and meditation, integral to his spiritual life.
Written from 1265-1274, the Summa Theologica is St. Thomas Aquinas' greatest work.
One of the Catholic thinkers in the Middle Ages who wrote about the right to overthrow an unjust ruler was St. Thomas Aquinas. In his work "Summa Theologiae," Aquinas argued that if a ruler becomes a tyrant and abuses his power, the people have the right to resist and potentially overthrow him, as long as it is done for the common good and with the intention of restoring justice and order.
Hobbes' Law of Nature is rooted in a pessimistic view of human nature, emphasizing self-preservation and the need for a social contract to escape the chaos of the state of nature. In contrast, St. Thomas Aquinas' Natural Law is grounded in a more optimistic view, asserting that human beings can discern moral truths through reason, which reflects divine order and promotes the common good. While Hobbes focuses on individual survival and the necessity of authority, Aquinas emphasizes moral principles inherent in human nature that guide ethical behavior. Thus, Hobbes sees law as a means to avoid conflict, while Aquinas views it as a reflection of a higher moral order.
St. Thomas Aquinas is estimated to have written around 10 million words during his lifetime, though precise counts can vary based on how one defines a "word" and the inclusion of various texts. His works include influential texts such as the "Summa Theologica" and "Summa Contra Gentiles," which encompass a wide range of theological and philosophical topics. His writings have had a profound impact on Christian theology and Western philosophy.
Yes, he was born in Longbridge, brought up in Rednal, went to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School in King's Norton and lived in Birmingham until 1988, when he moved to Brighton.
St. Thomas Aquinas College was created in 1952.
Pontifical Academy of St. Thomas Aquinas was created in 1879.
St. Thomas Aquinas Preparatory Seminary was created in 1957.
Thomas Aquinas was born about the year 1225 at Roccasecca, Aquino, Naples, Italy.
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Yes, St. Thomas Aquinas had at least one sibling, his sister Theodora.
St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Secondary School was created in 1959.
No, Thomas Aquinas was a priest and never married.
St. Albert The Great, John of St. Julian and Petrus de Ibernia were major influences on Thomas Aquinas.
Aquinas defines the ultimate happiness as the contemplation of god
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The motto of St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Secondary School is 'Dirige Me in Veritate Tua'.