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  • 100 - C That Separate Substances Know Singulars

    100 - C That Separate Substances Know Singulars
    2026/04/22
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    5 分
  • 099 - Xcix That Separate Substances Know Material Things

    099 - Xcix That Separate Substances Know Material Things
    2026/04/21
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    4 分
  • 098 - Xcviii How One Separate Substance Understands Another

    098 - Xcviii How One Separate Substance Understands Another
    2026/04/20
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    19 分
  • 097 - Xcvii That The Intellect Of A Separate Substance Always Understands Actually

    097 - Xcvii That The Intellect Of A Separate Substance Always Understands Actually
    2026/04/19
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    3 分
  • 096 - Xcvi That Separate Substances Do Not Gather Their Knowledge From Sensibles

    096 - Xcvi That Separate Substances Do Not Gather Their Knowledge From Sensibles
    2026/04/18
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    9 分
  • 095 - Xcv How We Are To Understand Genus And Species In Separate Substances

    095 - Xcv How We Are To Understand Genus And Species In Separate Substances
    2026/04/17
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    6 分
  • 094 - Xciv That The Separate Substance And The Soul Are Not Of One Species

    094 - Xciv That The Separate Substance And The Soul Are Not Of One Species
    2026/04/16
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    3 分
  • 093 - Xciii That There Are Not Several Separate Substances Of One Species

    093 - Xciii That There Are Not Several Separate Substances Of One Species
    2026/04/15
    Composed by Thomas Aquinas between 1259 and 1265, the Summa Contra Gentiles unfolds across four profound books that explore the nature of God, Creation, Providence, and the specific tenets of Christianity. Distinct from his later work, the Summa Theologiae, which is tailored for a Christian audience, the Contra Gentiles is aimed at engaging non-Christian thinkers. This work serves as a rational defense of the Catholic Christian faith, employing philosophical arguments to uphold Christian beliefs while referencing Scripture to demonstrate their harmony with reason. The first three books function as a rational apology for Christian thought, while the fourth delves into theological matters drawn from divine revelation. Aquinas not only seeks to challenge pagan, Jewish, Muslim, and heretical Christian positions that conflict with Catholic doctrine but also thoughtfully integrates valuable insights from these perspectives. Thus, the Contra Gentiles embodies a process of rational refinement, inviting open minds to embrace the truths revealed in Christianity. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)
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    4 分