Thomas Aquinas
Thomas Aquinas was an Italian Dominican friar, philosopher, Catholic priest, and Doctor of the Church. He was an immensely influential philosopher, theologian, and jurist in the tradition of scholasticism. Aquinas is best known for his works 'Summa Theologica' and 'Summa contra Gentiles', and his ideas have had a strong influence on Western thought, particularly in the areas of ethics, natural law, metaphysics, and political theory.
Books
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1. Summa Theologica
This comprehensive text is a seminal work in the field of theology, written by a prominent medieval philosopher and theologian. The book is structured in a question-and-answer format, tackling complex philosophical and theological issues such as the existence of God, the nature of man, the purpose of life, and the intricacies of morality and ethics. It is one of the most influential works in Western thought, particularly in Christian theology and philosophy, and continues to be a vital reference in these fields.
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2. On Being And Essence
"On Being and Essence" is a philosophical treatise that delves into the complex concepts of essence and existence, primarily focusing on the distinctions and relations between the two within the context of Scholastic metaphysics. The work systematically explores how substances are composed of essence and existence, how these components relate to each other, and how they contribute to an entity's being. The treatise also examines the attributes of different beings, particularly distinguishing between material and immaterial substances, and discusses the implications of these distinctions for understanding the nature of reality and the existence of God. Through rigorous analysis, the text seeks to provide a foundational understanding of metaphysical structures, which underpin the scholastic theological and philosophical tradition.
