Thomas Aquinas
Catholic Medieval (500-1500 AD) 1225 - 1274
Dominican friar who systematized the relationship between faith and reason, known for his Summa Theologica.
Information
- Birth Year
- 1225
- Death Year
- 1274
- Era
- Medieval (500-1500 AD)
- Tradition
- Catholic
- Works
- 1 published works
- Beliefs
- 2 documented beliefs
Key Beliefs
Trinity
Theology Proper
Thomas Aquinas affirmed the doctrine of the Trinity through philosophical reasoning.
"Aquinas, "Summa Theologica", Prima Pars, Question 27-43"
Transubstantiation
Sacraments
Thomas Aquinas articulated the doctrine of transubstantiation using Aristotelian metaphysics.
"Aquinas, "Summa Theologica", Tertia Pars, Question 75"
Biography
Published Works
Title | Year | Language | Actions |
---|---|---|---|
Summa Theologica Comprehensive system of theology addressing the existence of God, ethics, and the nature of Christ. | 1273 | Latin | Not available |