Nature and Grace by Thomas Aquinas. Thomas Aquinas was born in 1225, he was an Italian priest of the Catholic Church in the Dominican Order, and an immensely influential philosopher and theologian in the tradition of scholasticism, known as Doctor Angelicus (the Angelic Doctor) and Doctor Communis or Doctor Universalis (the Common or Universal Doctor).
Nature and Grace is a carefully curated selection from Thomas Aquinas’s magnum opus, Summa Theologica. This text delves into one of Aquinas’s most profound theological themes: the relationship between human nature and divine grace. Through his rigorous and insightful analysis, Aquinas explores how grace perfects human nature, elevating it beyond its natural capacities without negating its essence.
The text covers critical theological and philosophical questions, including the necessity of divine assistance for achieving moral goodness, the interplay between free will and grace, and the transformative power of divine love on the soul. Aquinas also addresses the infusion of virtues through grace, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between reason and faith.
Nature and Grace offers readers an accessible introduction to Aquinas’s thought, making complex theological ideas understandable to both scholars and lay readers. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in Christian theology, the synthesis of faith and reason, and the enduring impact of Aquinas’s teachings on Western thought.
This text is a treasure trove of wisdom, providing timeless insights into the dynamic relationship between the natural and the divine. Download Nature and Grace for free to explore one of the foundational works of Christian theology.
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