St. Thomas Aquinas

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Saint Thomas Aquinas: A 13th-century Italian Dominican friar, philosopher, theologian, and Doctor of the Church. He is renowned for his systematic work to synthesize Aristotelian philosophy with Christian theology, forming a comprehensive intellectual framework known as Thomism. His writings, most notably the Summa Theologica, are foundational to Catholic theology and Western philosophy.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The philosophical arguments of St. Thomas Aquinas are still studied in universities today.
    • St. Thomas Aquinas sought to demonstrate the compatibility of faith and reason.
    • Many consider St. Thomas Aquinas the greatest theologian of the Middle Ages.
Advanced Usage
  • "Thomistic": Pertaining to the thought or school of philosophy/theology of St. Thomas Aquinas.
    • The priest gave a lecture on Thomistic ethics.
  • "Aquinas scholar": An expert who studies the works of St. Thomas Aquinas.
    • She is a leading Aquinas scholar at the university.
Variants and Related Words
  • Thomas Aquinas: The most common variant, often used without the "Saint" honorific in academic contexts.
  • Aquinas: A shortened form used primarily in scholarly and informal references.
    • The philosophy of Aquinas is complex.
  • Doctor Angelicus: A traditional title meaning "Angelic Doctor," often used to refer to St. Thomas Aquinas.
  • Thomism: (Noun) The philosophical and theological school based on his work.
  • Thomist: (Noun) A follower or scholar of Thomism.
Synonyms
  • Theologian: A person who engages in the study of theology.
  • Philosopher: A person engaged in the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and reason.
  • Doctor of the Church: A title given to saints recognized for their significant contribution to theology or doctrine.
Related Phrases
  • "Natural theology": A branch of theology that seeks to provide knowledge of God based on reason and ordinary experience, a concept central to Aquinas's work.
    • St. Thomas Aquinas's quinque viae are classic texts in natural theology.
  • "Summa Theologica": His most influential and comprehensive theological work.
    • The Summa Theologica is St. Thomas Aquinas's magnum opus.
Noun
  1. (Roman Catholic Church) Italian theologian and Doctor of the Church who is remembered for his attempt to reconcile faith and reason in a comprehensive theology; presented philosophical proofs of the existence of God (1225-1274)

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