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[koredzas]

Benozzo Gozzoli - Triumph of Saint Thomas Aquinas. 1470 - 1475

[ranminfan]

St. Thomas Aquinas, Doctor Angelicus

Dominican friar, philosopher and theologian. To think he was set to become a Benedictine abbot, instead he joined the unlikely poor friars of the Dominicans to become part of the radical mission in preaching the word of Christ.

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I was not as familiar with this St. Thomas back then, but now knowing a lot more, I'm becoming so fond of him and his life.

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Saint Thomas Aquinas by Carlo Crivelli, 1476.

[expired-elixir]

some saint portraits

[thepursuitofunderstanding]

Fear is such a powerful emotion for humans that when we allow it to take us over, it drives compassion right out of our hearts.

Thomas Aquinas

[portraitsofsaints]

Saint Thomas Aquinas Doctor of the Church 1225-1274 Feast Day: January 28  (new), March 7 (Trad) Patronage: Academics; against storms; against lightning; apologists; booksellers; Catholic academies, schools, and universities; chastity; philosophers; publishers; scholars; students; theologians

Thomas Aquinas was an Italian Dominican friar and priest. Also honored as a Doctor of the Church, Thomas is considered the Church's greatest theologian and philosopher. Pope Benedict XV declared: "This (Dominican) Order ... acquired new luster when the Church declared the teaching of Thomas to be her own and that Doctor, honored with the special praises of the Pontiffs, the master, and patron of Catholic schools." {website}

[dramoor]

“I devoutly adore You, hidden Deity, Who are truly hidden beneath these appearances. My whole heart submits to You, And in contemplating You, it surrenders itself completely. Sight, touch, taste are all deceived in their judgment of You, But hearing suffices firmly to believe. I believe all that the Son of God has spoken; There is nothing truer than this word of Truth. On the Cross only the divinity was hidden, But here the humanity is also hidden. Yet believing and confessing both, I ask for what the penitent thief asked. I do not see wounds as Thomas did, But I confess that You are my God. Make me believe much more in You, Hope in you, and love You. O memorial of Our Lord’s death, Living Bread that gives life to man, Grant my soul to live on You, And always to savor Your sweetness. Lord Jesus, Good Pelican*, wash my filthiness and clean me with Your Blood, One drop of which can free the entire world of all its sins. Jesus, whom now I see hidden,I ask You to fulfill what I so desire: That the sight of Your Face being unveiled I may have the happiness of seeing Your glory. Amen.”

~Hymn “Adoro Te Devote” (“I devoutly adore You), written by St. Thomas Aquinas for the Feast of Corpus Christi

*Christ is called “The Good Pelican” and the pelican is a symbol of Christ because pelicans will, if need be, peck at their own chests and feed their young on their own flesh and blood.  ~Via barnhardt.biz

(Art: Victorian stained glass window from a church in Devon, England, via devonchurchland.co.uk)

[omegaphilosophia]

The Philosophy of Infinity

The concept of infinity has fascinated philosophers, mathematicians, and theologians for centuries. In philosophy, infinity refers to something that is unbounded or limitless. It challenges our understanding of the world, pushing the boundaries of human cognition and logical reasoning. Here's an exploration of the philosophy of infinity:

1. Mathematical Infinity

In mathematics, infinity is used in various contexts, such as the idea of an endless sequence of numbers, the concept of limits, and the notion of infinite sets. The work of Georg Cantor in the 19th century revolutionized the understanding of infinity by showing that there are different sizes of infinity, known as cardinalities. For instance, the set of all natural numbers is countably infinite, while the set of all real numbers is uncountably infinite, meaning there are more real numbers than natural numbers.

2. Metaphysical Infinity

Metaphysically, infinity often refers to the nature of the universe, God, or other ultimate realities. Philosophers like Aristotle and Aquinas discussed infinity in relation to the nature of the divine. Aristotle distinguished between potential infinity (a process that could continue indefinitely) and actual infinity (a completed state of infinity). Thomas Aquinas later used the concept of infinity to argue for the existence of an infinite being, God.

3. Epistemological Considerations

Infinity also raises epistemological questions about the limits of human knowledge. Can we truly comprehend infinity, or is it beyond the grasp of finite minds? Some philosophers argue that infinity is a useful theoretical construct but cannot be fully understood or visualized. Others suggest that our understanding of infinity is shaped by our cognitive and perceptual limitations.

4. Ethical Implications

The concept of infinity has ethical implications, particularly in the context of moral philosophy. For instance, the idea of infinite value or worth can influence discussions about human dignity and the sanctity of life. If each human life is considered to have infinite value, it could have profound implications for ethical decision-making and the prioritization of resources.

5. Infinity in Cosmology

In cosmology, infinity pertains to the nature of the universe. Is the universe finite or infinite in extent and duration? The concept of the infinite universe has been a topic of debate among philosophers and scientists alike. Some theories in modern physics, such as the multiverse hypothesis, suggest that there could be an infinite number of universes.

6. Infinity in Literature and Art

Infinity also appears in literature and art, often symbolizing the sublime, the eternal, or the boundless. Artists and writers use infinity to evoke a sense of wonder and to explore themes of eternity, the divine, and the limits of human experience.

The philosophy of infinity is a rich and complex field that intersects with many areas of human thought, from mathematics and metaphysics to ethics and cosmology. Infinity challenges us to think beyond the finite and to grapple with concepts that stretch the limits of our understanding. Whether in the precise language of mathematics or the profound reflections of metaphysics, infinity continues to inspire and perplex, pushing us to explore the boundaries of knowledge and existence.

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aquinas & G-d; 🙏🛐📿✨🇵🇸

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[koredzas]

Benozzo Gozzoli - Triumph of Saint Thomas Aquinas. Detail. 1470 - 1475

[ranminfan]

A young Thomas during vespers

Thinking of the how every saints at one point had sang, and I just thought of our dear theoligian and what his voice would've sounded like.

[attila-werther]

the erotics of chastity and also all of the really fucked up masochism that catholics got up to in order to be closer to christ etc

[a-modernmajorgeneral]

The Speculum Maius or Majus[1] (Latin: "The Greater Mirror") was a major encyclopedia of the Middle Ages written by Vincent of Beauvais in the 13th century. It was a great compendium of all knowledge of the time. The work seems to have consisted of three parts: the Speculum Naturale ("The Mirror of Nature"), the Speculum Doctrinale ("The Mirror of Doctrine"), and Speculum Historiale ("The Mirror of History"). However, all the printed editions include a fourth part, the Speculum Morale ("The Mirror of Morals"), added in the 14th century and mainly compiled from Thomas Aquinas, Stephen of Bourbon, and a few other contemporary writers.[1]

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Vincent of Beauvais, Miroir Histoire (Speculum Historiale), Paris c. 1332-1335

BnF, Arsenal Ms-5080, fol. 176r

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I wonder if a lot of Christian witches in this website started playing around with demonic magic because the Christianity they were taught was rote and mundane, so they try to look to foreign religions for a sense of mysticism. They probably weren’t taught about Eucharistic adoration and just went along with Christian traditions in a robotic routine so they didn’t think to go to Christianity to quench their thirst for spirituality by reverently worshipping in the Mass and admiring the beauty of the Biblical imagery in churches built in medieval period. They weren’t adequately taught about the mysticism of prayer so to answer that tug that says materialism is wrongheaded, they went to occultism, tarot card readings, and black arts.

Kinda like how there are communist Catholics and white nationalists Catholics. They were probably only taught that the only political stance that the Catholic Church stands for is anti-abortion and anti-gay marriage not the political writings of Pope Leo XIII and St. Thomas Aquinas on the role of the government so they think it’s okay to be a communist Catholic and white nationalist Catholic. They didn’t think that the Catholic Church having the fullness of Truth would also have teachings on the proper earthly ruling in a way that is conducive to man's salvation so instead they thought political ideology and religious truth as separate rather than having the teachings of the Catholic Church shape their entire worldview.

It’s sometimes unavoidable to be cafeteria Catholics when we’ve only been fed little bits of Catholicism in small packages rather than the whole buffet. Granted, spiritual growth doesn’t take a day and sometimes the Holy Spirit can only spoon feed to us the truth so we can eventually learn more the full picture of the Catholic Social teaching and priests can only fit so much in a homily every Sunday but we can at least start by saying that the Catholic Church has the fullness of truth, she transcends all political ideology that every man has ever thought of and whatever doubts you have about the Faith she has the answer in the treasury of her wisdom so that can at least lead to the search for truth. Not everyone is into politics but anyone who is inclined to law has a duty to be an advocate for Catholic philosophy in that regard. Likewise, Christian witches would be better taught about the mysticism in contemplative practices within some religious orders for the sake of their salvation since their natural inclination for deeper spirituality has been disorderly led to pagan religions.

But even then, we can’t always look for that feeling of mysticism to feel God. Because in His silence is when He is the most active in our lives. Despite feeling of hopelessness we always have to remind ourselves that God is there because He is omniscient.