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Thomas Aquinas was an Italian theologian and philosopher born in 1225. He is known for his influential works in Christian theology, particularly his writings on the relationship between faith and reason. Aquinas is best known for his major work, Summa Theologica, which addresses various theological questions and has had a profound impact on Western thought. He was canonized as a saint in 1323 and is considered a Doctor of the Church, recognized for his contributions to philosophy and theology.
"As regards the individual nature, woman is defective and misbegotten, for the active power of the male seed tends to the production of a perfect likeness in the masculine sex; while the production of a woman comes from defect in the active power."
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"Three conditions are necessary for Penance: contrition, which is sorrow for sin, together with a purpose of amendment; confession of sins without any omission; and satisfaction by means of good works."
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"Man should not consider his material possession his own, but as common to all, so as to share them without hesitation when others are in need."
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"Justice is a certain rectitude of mind whereby a man does what he ought to do in the circumstances confronting him."
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"Temperance is simply a disposition of the mind which binds the passion."
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"There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship."