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Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas

Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas

Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas
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Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas Soft cover - 2007

by Selman, Francis

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  • Title Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas
  • Author Selman, Francis
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Good Condition
  • Condition Used - Fine
  • Pages 224
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Christian Classics, Notre Dame, IN
  • Publication date 2007
  • Features Glossary, Index, Recycled Paper, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 367960
  • ISBN 9780870612435 / 0870612433
  • Weight 0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.46 x 6.08 x 0.59 in (21.49 x 15.44 x 1.50 cm)
  • Themes
    • Religious Orientation: Catholic
    • Religious Orientation: Christian
    • Topical: Christian Interest
  • Category Religion - Theology
  • Library of Congress subjects Theology, Doctrinal, Philosophy, Medieval
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2007027256
  • Dewey Decimal Code 230.209
  • Quantity available 1
  • Bookseller catalogues Religion

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Reader reviews for Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas

From the publisher

A clear and accessible introduction to the thought of Thomas Aquinas--one of the greatest minds in Catholic theology and Christian philosophy.

Aquinas 101: A Basic Introduction to the Thought of St. Thomas Aquinas is a concise and engaging beginner's guide to the essential ideas of St. Thomas Aquinas, making his profound theological and philosophical insights understandable for modern readers.

In this approachable introduction to Catholic theology and Thomistic philosophy, Fr. Francis Selman distills Aquinas's most important teachings into clear, readable explanations--helping you grasp the foundations of his thought without needing a background in philosophy.

Drawing on contemporary scholarship, Selman situates Aquinas within the intellectual world he inherited and transformed, showing how his work continues to shape Christian theology, philosophy, and spiritual life today.

Whether you're a student, a seeker, or simply curious about St. Thomas Aquinas and the Summa Theologica, this book offers a practical and rewarding entry point.

The book is organized into five parts:

  • Chapters 1-5 explore God, creation, good and evil, the Trinity, and angels
  • Chapters 6-8 examine human nature, the soul, emotions, and the virtues
  • Chapters 9-12 consider divine law, the economy of salvation, the Eucharist, and the Resurrection
  • Chapter 13 focuses on charity and friendship
  • A glossary clarifies key philosophical terms used by Aquinas

Organized in a clear and logical structure, this introduction to Aquinas's theology and philosophy makes complex ideas approachable while preserving their depth.

At its heart, Aquinas 101 points readers toward the ultimate goal of Aquinas's vision: to rise beyond the limits of reason into the loving contemplation of God. As Selman highlights, Aquinas understood the Christian life as a journey back to its source--guided by Christ, "the Way and the Truth"--culminating in the joy of seeing and loving God in eternity.

From the rear cover

What did St. Thomas Aquinas really teach--and why does it still matter today?

Aquinas 101 offers an engaging and accessible overview of the thought of St. Thomas Aquinas--one of the Catholic Church's greatest minds. With Francis Selman as your guide, you will come to understand and appreciate the depth of Aquinas's teachings on topics such as God and creation, human nature and virtue, and the mystery of salvation.

Whether you're new to Aquinas or looking for a reliable refresher, this book provides a clear and trustworthy path to his enduring thought.

Ultimately, this is more than an introduction to a theologian. It is an invitation to the journey Aquinas himself pursued: to seek truth, to grow in love, and to be led by Christ, the Way and the Truth, toward the joy of knowing God.

About the author

Fr. Francis Selman has worked in parishes in Cambridge and Norwich, and was assistant chaplain at Cambridge University Catholic Chaplaincy from 1980 to 1983. He currently teaches philosophy and theology at Allen Hall, London and Maryvale Institute, Birmingham. He is the author of St. Thomas Aquinas, From Physics to Metaphysics, and The Soul-An Inquiry.

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