Sign-In
Cart
Theology in Dialogue: Summa Theologiae of Thomas Aquinas in contemporary situations Vol. I
Paperback
Series: Theology in Dialogue: Summa Theologiae of Thomas Aquinas in Contemporary Situations, Book 1
Please select the version of book you would like to purchase.
ISBN13: 9798863714875
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Oct 7 2023
Pages: 536
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Oct 7 2023
Pages: 536
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Summa Theologica, one of the magnum opus of Christian theology, penned by Saint Thomas Aquinas in the 13th century, stands as one of the most extensive and meticulous explorations of Christian doctrines. This seminal manuscript finds itself in a context where the marriage of faith and reason was a sharply investigated matter. Saint Thomas Aquinas, a Dominican friar and scholastic theologian, set out to systematize Christian doctrine with unprecedented intellectual rigor, drawing upon Aristotelian empiricism, divine revelation, and ecclesiastical teachings.
Regarding its history, the Summa Theologica was to some extent a response to Summa Contra Gentiles, another work by Aquinas, more geared towards apologetics and inter-religious dialogue. Completed between 1265 and 1274, the work has been the subject of numerous editions and translations, as well as commentary and interpretation by subsequent theologians and philosophers. Of particular interest is its unfinished conclusion, interrupted by the death of Thomas Aquinas. The work was not just a treatise but a continuous and dynamic effort of theological conciliation and exploration.
Some curious facts further enhance its notoriety. For instance, during the Council of Trent, between 1545 and 1563, the Summa Theologica was placed on the altar alongside the Bible, signaling its authoritative status on matters of faith. Another interesting aspect is the influence of Aristotelianism on the work, which sparked debates and even controversies, especially during the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation, periods when the marriage between philosophical reason and the principles of faith was questioned.
In conclusion, the Summa Theologica is not merely a theological work but a philosophical and juridical encyclopedia of Christian thought.
In writing Theology in Dialogue, my intention was to extend a welcoming hand to you, dear reader, and guide you through a theological garden that, although deeply rooted in complex issues such as soteriology and eschatology, blossoms in simple and accessible language.
Think of this book as a cozy café, situated at the corners of theology, where dense spiritual questions are turned into palatable conversations. Here, we don't sit in academic halls with an air of gravity, but in friendly spaces that encourage reflection and the quest for spiritual understanding.
The choice to utilize characters like Thomas and Gabriel, Leonardo, Sofia, Amanda, Mariane, and many others was not merely stylistic, but a sincere attempt to make theology alive and pulsing. They serve as our companions on this journey, our mediators between intellect and emotion, allowing the complexity of theology to be tempered by pastoral sensitivity. They are, in many ways, the personification of our own duality as rational and emotional beings, seeking to balance faith and reason in a fragmented world.
This book does not shy away from difficult questions. On the contrary, it faces them head-on, but does so with a clarity that allows both the neophyte and the erudite to appreciate the richness of the material.
It's a work that invites you to dive deep into the faith questions that shape our understanding of the divine and the human, without the barrier of technical language that often alienates those not versed in theology. So, I invite you to delve into this work.
See Theology in Dialogue as an investment, not just in your intellect, but in your spiritual journey. It is a book aimed not only to enrich your theological understanding but also to nourish your soul. It is a devotional that speaks the language of the soul and the intellect, a treasure waiting to be discovered by all who seek a richer and well-founded spiritual life. Therefore, dear reader, the invitation is made. Come be part of this incredible journey of faith and understanding.
The garden is open, and the conversation has already begun.
Some curious facts further enhance its notoriety. For instance, during the Council of Trent, between 1545 and 1563, the Summa Theologica was placed on the altar alongside the Bible, signaling its authoritative status on matters of faith. Another interesting aspect is the influence of Aristotelianism on the work, which sparked debates and even controversies, especially during the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation, periods when the marriage between philosophical reason and the principles of faith was questioned.
In conclusion, the Summa Theologica is not merely a theological work but a philosophical and juridical encyclopedia of Christian thought.
In writing Theology in Dialogue, my intention was to extend a welcoming hand to you, dear reader, and guide you through a theological garden that, although deeply rooted in complex issues such as soteriology and eschatology, blossoms in simple and accessible language.
Think of this book as a cozy café, situated at the corners of theology, where dense spiritual questions are turned into palatable conversations. Here, we don't sit in academic halls with an air of gravity, but in friendly spaces that encourage reflection and the quest for spiritual understanding.
The choice to utilize characters like Thomas and Gabriel, Leonardo, Sofia, Amanda, Mariane, and many others was not merely stylistic, but a sincere attempt to make theology alive and pulsing. They serve as our companions on this journey, our mediators between intellect and emotion, allowing the complexity of theology to be tempered by pastoral sensitivity. They are, in many ways, the personification of our own duality as rational and emotional beings, seeking to balance faith and reason in a fragmented world.
This book does not shy away from difficult questions. On the contrary, it faces them head-on, but does so with a clarity that allows both the neophyte and the erudite to appreciate the richness of the material.
It's a work that invites you to dive deep into the faith questions that shape our understanding of the divine and the human, without the barrier of technical language that often alienates those not versed in theology. So, I invite you to delve into this work.
See Theology in Dialogue as an investment, not just in your intellect, but in your spiritual journey. It is a book aimed not only to enrich your theological understanding but also to nourish your soul. It is a devotional that speaks the language of the soul and the intellect, a treasure waiting to be discovered by all who seek a richer and well-founded spiritual life. Therefore, dear reader, the invitation is made. Come be part of this incredible journey of faith and understanding.
The garden is open, and the conversation has already begun.
Also from
Luz, Marcos
Theology in Dialogue: Summa Theologiae of Thomas Aquinas in contemporary situations.: Vol. IIb
Luz, Marcos
Paperback
$30.00
Teologia em Diálogo: Suma Teológica de Tomás de Aquino em situações contemporâneas: VOL. IIb
Luz, Marcos
Paperback
$30.00
Teologia em Diálogo: Suma Teológica de Tomás de Aquino em situações contemporâneas: VOL. IIa
Luz, Marcos
Paperback
$19.20
Teologia em Diálogo: Suma Teológica de Tomás de Aquino em situações contemporâneas: VOL. III
Luz, Marcos
Paperback
$21.60
Teologia em Diálogo: Suma Teológica de Tomás de Aquino em situações contemporâneas: VOL. I
Luz, Marcos
Paperback
$30.00
Teologia em Diálogo: Confissões de Fé de Westminster em situações contemporâneas
Luz, Marcos
Paperback
$18.00
Also in
General Christianity
The Early Versions of the New Testament: Their Origin, Transmission, and Limitations
Metzger, Bruce M.
Hardcover
$311.75
The Destiny of Modern Societies: The Calvinist Predestination of a New Society
Zafirovski, Milan
Paperback
$72.50
The Death of Christ: The Bible and Popular Culture Vs Archaeological and Historical Evidence
Rutledge, Steven
Hardcover
From $17.99
The Gnostic Secrets of the Naassenes: The Initiatory Teachings of the Last Supper
Gaffney, Mark H.
Paperback
From $10.99
A Child Shall Lead Them PB: Martin Luther King Jr., Young People, and the Movement
Burrow, Rufus
Paperback
$27.55
Suffering and the Search for Meaning: Contemporary Responses to the Problem of Pain
Rice, Richard
Paperback
$24.69
Pocket Dictionary of Apologetics & Philosophy of Religion: 300 Terms Thinkers Clearly Concisely Defined
Evans, C. Stephen
Paperback
$18.04
The Jesus Discoveries: 10 Historic Finds That Bring Us Face-To-Face with Jesus
Johnston, Jeremiah J.
Paperback
$17.09
When God Doesn't Fix It: Lessons You Never Wanted to Learn, Truths You Can't Live Without
Story, Laura
Paperback
$20.89
Torn: Why People We Love Are Leaving the Church and What We Can Learn from Them
Strong, Jeff
Paperback
$23.70
The Elijah Mandate: A Call to Courageous Faith in a Hostile World
Tsarfati, Amir
Piflaks, Tolik
Paperback
$18.04
Jesus & Your Mental Health: Linking God's Word and Modern Science to Find Peace about Mental Health
Maxwell Lmft, Rebecca
Paperback
$16.14
The Promise of Heaven Bible Study Guide: Why You Can Get Excited about Your Eternal Home
Jeremiah, David
Paperback
$16.14
Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation
Kobes Du Mez, Kristin
Paperback
$17.06
Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity): On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence
Leo XIV, Pope
Hardcover
$17.05
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World
Comer, John Mark
Hardcover
$23.75
The Nag Hammadi Scriptures: The Revised and Updated Translation of Sacred Gnostic Texts Complete in One Volume
Meyer, Marvin W.
Robinson, James M.
Paperback
$37.99
St. Joseph Sunday Missal Prayerbook and Hymnal for 2026 [Paperback] Catholic Book Publishing Corp
Catholic Book Publishing & Icel
Paperback
$4.04
Determined to Believe?: The Sovereignty of God, Freedom, Faith, and Human Responsibility
Lennox, John C.
Paperback
$24.99
Heaven Is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back
Burpo, Todd
Paperback
$18.99
Friendship in the Lord: A Catholic Classic on Holy Friendship and Life in Christ a Christian Classic
Hinnebusch Op, Paul
Paperback
$17.05
Sounding the Seasons Enlarged Edition: One Hundred and Ten Sonnets for the Christian Year
Guite, Malcolm
Paperback
$19.94
Evidence That Demands a Verdict Bible Study Guide: Jesus and the Gospels
McDowell, Josh
McDowell, Sean
Paperback
$16.14
The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus
Strobel, Lee
Paperback
From $4.99
Making Your Case for Christ Bible Study Guide: An Action Plan for Sharing What You Believe and Why
Strobel, Lee
Mittelberg, Mark
Paperback
$14.99
Twelve Ordinary Men: How the Master Shaped His Disciples for Greatness, and What He Wants to Do with You
MacArthur, John F.
Paperback
$18.99
The Official Study Guide to I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist
Jimenez, Jason
Geisler, Norman L.
Paperback
$21.86
Backslide: Reclaiming a Faith and a Nation After the Christian Turn Against Democracy
Jones, Robert P.
Hardcover
$28.50
Magnifica Humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence
Pope Leo XIV, XIV
Paperback
$9.45
Help Is Here: Finding Fresh Strength and Purpose in the Power of the Holy Spirit
Lucado, Max
Paperback
$18.99
Bloodline Deliverance Study Manual: How to Set Yourself, Your Family, and Your Bloodline Free from Demons and Curses
Brewer, Mike
Brewer, Andrea
Paperback
$37.49
Love Thy Stranger: How the Teachings of Jesus Transformed the Moral Conscience of the West
Ehrman, Bart D.
Hardcover
$27.00
When People Are Big and God Is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man
Welch, Edward T.
Paperback
$18.99
Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions
Koukl, Gregory
Paperback
$21.84
From Genesis to Junia: An Honest Search for What the Bible Really Says about Women in Leadership
Sprinkle, Preston
Paperback
$18.99
Exploring Ezekiel: The Next Big War, Earth's Final Days, and Your Eternal Destination
Tsarfati, Amir
Paperback
$17.09
Did America Have a Christian Founding?: Separating Modern Myth from Historical Truth
Hall, Mark David
Paperback
$19.99
Imagine Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Promises, and the Exhilarating Future That Awaits You
Burke, John
Paperback
From $8.99
Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions-A Reader's Edition of the Book of Concord - 2nd Edition
Concordia Publishing House
Hardcover
$62.99
The Final Flood: Ancient Supernatural Technology, Fallen Angels, and Taking Your Place in the Noah Generation
Ragland, Larry
Paperback
$20.89
Mother Emanuel: Two Centuries of Race, Resistance, and Forgiveness in One Charleston Church
Sack, Kevin
Hardcover
$33.25
The Two Swords of Christ: Five Centuries of War Between Islam and the Warrior Monks of Christendom
Ibrahim, Raymond
Hardcover
$30.40
Messiah: A Contemporary Adaptation of the Classic Work on Jesus' Life, the Desire of Ages
Thomas, Jerry D.
Paperback
$9.49
Hell Bent: How the Fear of Hell Holds Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love
Recker, Brian
Hardcover
$28.50
All-In-One Holy Bible with Apocrypha: 300 Books in Print Plus Audiobook, Videos, and Thousands of Digital Books
Publishing, Dunatos
Hardcover
$62.46
Surviving an Unwanted Divorce: A Biblical, Practical Guide to Letting Go While Holding Yourself Together
TerKeurst, Lysa
Hardcover
$24.69
The Hardest Sermons You'll Ever Have to Preach: Help from Trusted Preachers for Tragic Times
Zondervan Publishing
Paperback
$26.99
A Woman's Guide to Spiritual Warfare: How to Protect Your Home, Family and Friends from Spiritual Darkness
Sherrer, Quin
Garlock, Ruthanne
Paperback
$18.04
Every Moment Holy: Death, Grief, and Hope: (Pocket Edition) (Over 100 Prayers and Illustrations for Finding Purpose & Hope During Seasons of Loss or S
McKelvey, Douglas Kaine
Hardcover
$27.54
Follow the Healer: Biblical and Theological Foundations for Healing Ministry
Seamands, Stephen
Paperback
$18.99
Praying Their Way: 24 Prayer Practices for Kids and the Adults Who Love Them
Owens, L. Roger
Paperback
$18.99
Angels on Assignment: Exploring the Role Angels Play in Believers' Lives Today
Buck, Roland
Paperback
$16.14
Bible Basics for Catholics (Expanded Edition): A New Picture of Salvation History
Bergsma, John
Paperback
$18.95