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 Aquinas believed in the concept of "natural law," asserting that moral principles are inherent in the natural order and can be understood through reason.[([[https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/natural-law.asp|investopedia]])]
+===== Five Ways =====
+He addressed the existence of God through his famous "Five Ways," five philosophical arguments that aim to prove the existence of God based on reason and observation.[([[https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-five-arguments-that-St-Thomas-Aquinas-used-to-prove-the-existence-of-God-Do-all-of-them-hold-up-to-modern-scrutiny|quora]])]
+===== Prolific Writer =====
+Aquinas was a prolific writer, producing numerous philosophical and theological works during his lifetime.[([[https://knightstemplar.co/thomas-aquinas-a-prolific-writer-of-the-medieval-period/|knightstemplar]])]
+===== Influential Writings =====
+His writings were not only influential in Catholic theology but also had a significant impact on the development of Western philosophy.[([[https://iep.utm.edu/thomas-aquinas/|iep]])]
+===== Embraced Teachings =====
+Aquinas's teachings have been embraced by both Catholic and non-Catholic scholars, and his ideas continue to be studied and debated in academic circles.[([[https://avepray.com/saints/saint-thomas-aquinas/|avepray]])]
+===== Compatibility Of Faith And Reason =====
+He defended the compatibility of faith and reason, asserting that both are essential for a complete understanding of truth.[([[https://www.firstthings.com/article/1998/12/a-passion-for-truth-the-way-of-faith-and-reason|firstthings]])]
+===== Immortality Of Soul =====
+Aquinas argued for the immortality of the soul, asserting that the intellect survives beyond bodily death.[([[https://www.jstor.org/stable/27076613|jstor]])]
+===== Ethics =====
+He wrote extensively on ethics, emphasizing the importance of virtues and moral character in leading a good life.[([[https://mlpp.pressbooks.pub/ethicalexplorations/chapter/chapter-4-virtue-ethics-the-role-of-character-in-moral-philosophy4/|pressbooks]])]
+===== Praised By Pope Leo XIII =====
+Pope Leo XIII praised Aquinas's teachings in his encyclical "Aeterni Patris," encouraging the study of Thomistic philosophy in Catholic education.[([[https://hiw.kuleuven.be/en/about-us/history-hiw|kuleuven]])]
+===== Doctrine Of Transubstantiation =====
+Aquinas contributed significantly to the development of the doctrine of transubstantiation, explaining the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.[([[https://www.anselm.edu/sites/default/files/Documents/Institute%20of%20SA%20Studies/Ontology,%20Theology%20and%20the%20Eucharist%20-%20Thomas%20Aquinas%20and%20William%20of%20Ockham.pdf|anselm]])]
+===== Writings On Sacraments And Liturgy =====
+His writings on the sacraments and the Church's liturgy have had a lasting impact on Catholic theology and practice.[([[http://www.christianunity.va/content/unitacristiani/en/dialoghi/sezione-orientale/chiese-ortodosse-orientali/commissione-mista-internazionale-per-il-dialogo-teologico-tra-la/documenti-di-dialogo/en.html|christianunity]])]
+===== Engaged In Debates =====
+Aquinas engaged in theological debates of his time, including discussions with other scholars on topics like the Immaculate Conception.[([[https://christianhistoryinstitute.org/uploaded/50cf86aeb33df9.86256106.pdf|christianhistoryinstitute]])]
+===== Quaestiones Disputatae =====
+He wrote a series of "Quaestiones Disputatae," addressing various theological and philosophical questions in a systematic manner.[([[https://institutes.franciscan.edu/quaestiones-disputatae/|franciscan]])]
+===== Teachings On Just War Theory =====
+Aquinas's teachings on just war theory have influenced discussions on the ethics of warfare and conflict resolution.[([[https://www.academia.edu/12482439/Historical_Just_War_Theory_up_to_Thomas_Aquinas|academia]])]
+===== Naples University Request =====
+The city of Naples requested Aquinas to establish a university, but he declined, choosing to focus on his scholarly pursuits.[([[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/aquinas/|stanford]])]
+===== Patron Saint =====
+Pope Pius V named Aquinas a patron saint of Catholic universities, colleges, and schools in 1567.[([[https://www.aquinas.lk/history.php|aquinas]])]
+===== Reverence For Virgin Mary =====
+He had a deep reverence for the Virgin Mary, and his devotion to her is evident in his writings and prayers.[([[https://www.hprweb.com/2020/12/hail-full-of-grace-the-lord-is-with-you/|hprweb]])]
+===== Humility =====
+Aquinas was known for his humility, often acknowledging the limitations of human understanding in approaching the mysteries of faith.[([[https://medium.com/@zousan67/before-creation-unraveling-the-divine-mysteries-615b06149562|medium]])]
+===== Council Of Trent =====
+The Council of Trent cited Aquinas's works extensively in its deliberations and decrees, highlighting his influence on the Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation.[([[https://sciendo.com/pdf/10.2478/perc-2020-0032|sciendo]])]
+===== Truinity Of God =====
+His theology of the Trinity emphasized the unity of the three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—while preserving their distinctiveness.[([[https://tftorrance.org/1988-489i|sciendo]])]
+===== Reason And Faith To Pursuit Knowledge =====
+Aquinas's philosophy of education emphasized the importance of integrating both reason and faith in the pursuit of knowledge.[([[https://www.bookey.app/book/saint-thomas-aquinas|bookey]])]
+===== Foundational =====
+The Catholic Church considers Aquinas's teachings on the relationship between faith and reason as foundational to its intellectual tradition.[([[https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/1181884.pdf|bibliotekanauki]])]
+===== Dignity Of Human Beings =====
+He defended the dignity of human beings, asserting that all individuals have inherent value and should be treated with respect and justice.[([[https://www.jstor.org/stable/42703857|jstor]])]
+===== Scholastic Tradition =====
+Aquinas's philosophy played a key role in the development of the Scholastic tradition, characterized by rigorous intellectual inquiry and dialectical reasoning.[([[https://philosophybuzz.com/scholasticism/|philosophybuzz]])]
+===== Nature Of Human Soul =====
+His work on the philosophy of mind delved into questions about the nature of the human soul and its connection to the body.[([[https://hal.science/hal-00570823/document|hal]])]
+===== Influenced Other Fields =====
+Aquinas's impact extends beyond theology and philosophy; he also influenced fields like law, ethics, and political theory.[([[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/aquinas-moral-political/|stanford]])]
+===== Science-Engaged Theology =====
+His approach to theology emphasized the importance of engaging with the best available knowledge of his time, whether from Christian or non-Christian sources.[([[https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/religious-studies/article/aquinass-scienceengaged-theology/E105B1EDF77D089E2FD82E44892E728A|cambridge]])]
+===== Dialogue With Science =====
+Aquinas's insights on the relationship between faith and reason have contributed to the ongoing dialogue between science and religion.[([[https://www.wordonfire.org/articles/st-thomas-aquinas-and-our-dialogue-with-modern-science/A|wordonfire]])]
+===== Importance Of Friendship =====
+He emphasized the importance of friendship as a key component of a virtuous life, drawing on Aristotle's ethical philosophy.[([[https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0021140020948350?icid=int.sj-abstract.similar-articles.1|sagepub]])]
+===== Divine Providence =====
+Aquinas's writings on divine providence explored the idea that God, in His wisdom, guides and governs all things towards their ultimate purpose.[([[https://philarchive.org/archive/SILRAO-2|philarchive]])]
+===== Feast of Saint Thomas Aquinas =====
+The Catholic Church celebrates the "Feast of Saint Thomas Aquinas" on January 28th each year, honoring his contributions to theology, philosophy, and Christian thought.[([[https://ptdiocese.org/longertweet|ptdiocese]])]

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