St. Thomas and the Life of Learning

By John Francis McCormick and John F. McCormick

Book Overview

""Saint Thomas and the Life of Learning"" by John F. McCormick is a comprehensive exploration of the life and works of Saint Thomas Aquinas, one of the most influential theologians and philosophers in Christian history. The book delves into the intellectual and spiritual journey of Aquinas, from his early years as a student in Italy to his later years as a teacher and writer in Paris. The author examines Aquinas' major philosophical and theological works, including his Summa Theologica and Summa Contra Gentiles, and explains how they continue to shape Western thought and culture. McCormick also explores Aquinas' views on education, science, politics, and ethics, highlighting his commitment to the pursuit of knowledge and the importance of reason in understanding the world.Throughout the book, McCormick emphasizes the relevance of Aquinas' ideas to contemporary issues and debates, such as the relationship between faith and reason, the role of religion in public life, and the challenges posed by modern science and technology. ""Saint Thomas and the Life of Learning"" is a compelling and insightful study of one of the greatest thinkers in Christian history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, theology, or intellectual history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432558099
• ISBN13: 9781432558093
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"