Pints With Aquinas

01: Who are you, St. Thomas?

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Mar 29, 2016
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ANECDOTE

Family Imprisonment And Resolve

  • Thomas was imprisoned by his family for a year after choosing to join the Dominicans.
  • His brothers even hired a prostitute to tempt him, but Thomas resisted and later escaped to join the order.
ANECDOTE

The Prostitute Test And The Hot Iron

  • Brothers hired a prostitute to tempt Thomas and left her alone with him.
  • Thomas grabbed a hot iron and chased her out, then prayed and claimed he was no longer tempted.
ANECDOTE

From 'Dumb Ox' To Brilliant Teacher

  • Albertus Magnus reportedly called Thomas a 'dumb ox' but predicted his future greatness.
  • Thomas was said to dictate to four secretaries simultaneously on different subjects.
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