St Thomas Aquinas
In Our Time: Religion
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The Philosophical Divergence of Augustine and Aquinas
This chapter explores the contrasting views of Augustine and Aquinas on the nature of God and knowledge acquisition. It highlights Aquinas's reliance on observation and reason, examining his five proofs of God's existence and the implications for political authority. Additionally, the discussion reflects on how Aquinas's ideas shaped Catholic doctrine and contributed to evolving concepts of governance and moral authority in society.
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