Publisher's Synopsis
Body and Spirit is a collection of philosophical essays and treatises by the renowned Catholic theologian and philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas. The book delves into the complex relationship between the human body and the human spirit, exploring topics such as the nature of the soul, the role of the body in human experience, and the relationship between the physical and the spiritual realms.The essays in the book draw on Aquinas' extensive knowledge of both Christian theology and Aristotelian philosophy, and offer a nuanced and sophisticated analysis of the body-spirit dichotomy. Aquinas argues that the human soul is immaterial and eternal, and that the body is merely a temporary vessel for the soul during its time on earth.Throughout the book, Aquinas also explores the ethical implications of his philosophical arguments, discussing topics such as the nature of sin, the importance of virtue, and the role of the body in moral decision-making.Overall, Body and Spirit is a profound and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on the nature of human existence and the relationship between the physical and the spiritual realms.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: St. Thomas Aquinas Philosophical Texts, by St. Thomas Aquinas . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766140032.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
