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| Aquinas's Shorter Summa: Saint Thomas's Own Concise Version of His Summa Theologica | 
 enlarge | Author: St. Thomas Aquinas
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 90670
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 432
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6 x 1.4
ISBN: 1928832431
Dewey Decimal Number: 291
EAN: 9781928832430
ASIN: 1928832431
Publication Date: December 1, 2001
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Product Description
Two years before he died, St. Thomas Aquinas - probably the greatest teacher the Church has ever known - was asked by his assistant, Brother Reginald, to write a simple summary of the Faith of the Catholic Church for those who lacked the time or the stamina to tackle his massive Summa Theologica. In response, the great saint quickly set down - in language that non-scholars can understand - his peerless insights into the major topics of theology: the Trinity, Divine Providence, the Incarnation of Christ, the Last Judgment, and much more. Here, then, is not only St. Thomas's concise statement of the key elements of his thought, but a handy reference source for the essential truths of the Catholic Faith.
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 St. Thomas - an excellent teacher! October 22, 2007
As a late-coming student to theology and philosophy, I find St. Thomas's Concise Summa a wonderful teaching tool and resource for further understanding of the basic beliefs of Christianity. It is clear and easy to understand, and the only addtional resource I have found helpful is a dictionary of philosophical terms as I am weak in that area. Well worth your time!
 The Lord Thy God is a Jealous God June 19, 2007
2 out of 70 found this review helpful
Not to say a mean and vindictive old coward. The Blessed Saint Thomas Aquinas said, "that the saints may enjoy their beatitude and the grace of God more abundantly they are permitted to see the punishment of the damned in hell." Is that the famous Christian charity? Or is it a kind of sadism? Aquinas also said that all heretics deserve to die, which equates to advocating the murder of billions of people. Is that charity or loving-kindness? No wonder religion is itself dying out.
STA's short summa March 23, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
This book is a wonderful way for non intellectuals to read St. Thomas Aquinas! It has all of his inspirational and theological genius in concise and easy to read sections. A must read for all Catholics and highly recommended to non-Catholics interested in learning about the foundations of Christianity.
Understanding Aquinas clarifies other historical issues August 3, 2005
35 out of 37 found this review helpful
I need not restate the lenghty and obvious praises of previous reviewers, they did an excellent job of summing up the work on the intellectual level.
I did however find in this work answers to many of the questions so many people ask regarding judicial, political and historical issues these days and yes even a few to fill the gaps left in a lifetime of research into the basic philosophies of other great and important historical figures.
I believe that if one really wants to understand our own country and it's founding fathers and mothers and their philosophies and where their belief systems came from a study of this work would be an essential addition to many others that they used to formulate their ideals and ideologies.
Many passages from Aquinas will stay with me for the rest of my days but the two I have chosen below will be kept readily avqailable for future consideration and contemplation.
"God alone can create. Consequently the rational soul is produced by God alone."
And, "A man's happiness or beautitude consist in the vision whereby he sees God in his essence."
One could spend a lifetime just pondering and trying to live up to just these two and it would not be in vain.
This is a book journey that every American should take. It is not the most easily understandable work, unless you take the time to really read it, not just skim it's pages.
One must begin with a committment and determination to stay engaged at all times or a great deal of it's wisdom will pass before the minds eye unnoticed.
An excellent work.
 Massive Summary of Christian Truths November 16, 2004
16 out of 45 found this review helpful
I am a begginer, 22 years old, in the field of christianity. I've been a believer for 4 years now, but up until recently I am developing interest in a more profound study of Christian Faith.
This book looks quite tempting to read on... but, from my perspective, its surely not an easy read; its dense and surely profound. To be sincere, its too philosophycal for my taste and lacks more day-to-day ilustrations that could make the reading more pleasant and easy to remember.
I don't under estimate the scope and richness of St.Thomas, but for begginers I recomend trying C.S. Lewis Mere Christianity.
God Bless!
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