Summa Theologica of Saint Thomas Aquinas
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Summa Theologica of Saint Thomas Aquinas
Summa Theologica of Saint Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274). Codex 296. Folio 5. Parchment. Chapter Archive. Tortosa. Catalonia. Spain
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This exquisite image showcases a page from the Summa Theologica, a seminal work by the great Italian philosopher and theologian, Saint Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274). The Summa Theologica, meaning "compendium of theology," is a comprehensive encyclopedia of Christian theology and is considered a cornerstone of Catholic and Western thought. This particular page, taken from Codex 296 housed in the Archive of Tortosa, Catalonia, Spain, dates back to the 13th century. The page, written on parchment, is adorned with an elegant initial "A" in red and gold, signifying the beginning of the text. The text itself is written in a clear, flowing script, with the Latin words "Quodlibet I, Q. 1, Art. 1" at the top, indicating the start of the first question in the first quodlibet (a collection of disputed questions) of the first part of the Summa Theologica. Saint Thomas Aquinas, a Dominican friar, is considered the "Doctor Angelicus" (Angelic Doctor) and the "Doctor Communis" (Common Doctor) of the Church. His work, rooted in Aristotelian philosophy and Scholasticism, has had a profound impact on the development of Western thought, particularly in the areas of philosophy, theology, and education. The Summa Theologica, with its systematic and comprehensive approach to theological inquiry, remains a testament to the intellectual rigor and depth of thought during the Middle Ages. The intricate design and the rich history of this page serve as a reminder of the enduring influence of Saint Thomas Aquinas and the Summa Theologica on Western thought and the Christian tradition.
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