Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae)

Thomas, Aquinas, Saint, 1225?-1274

About this book

"Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae)" by Saint Thomas Aquinas is a theological work written between 1265-1274. This section presents the general principles of morality, including a comprehensive theory of law. Designed as an instructional guide for beginning theology students, it employs a distinctive question-and-answer format featuring objections, counter-arguments, and systematic replies. Drawing from Christian, Islamic, Jewish, and classical sources, this unfinished masterpiece addresses fundamental questions about human purpose, virtue, and divine guidance through rigorous philosophical reasoning.

Author
Thomas, Aquinas, Saint, 1225?-1274
Reading level
B1 · Intermediate
Language
English

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