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Aquinas's Shorter Summa: Saint Thomas's Own Concise Version of His Summa Theologica Paperback – December 1, 2001

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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.

St. Thomas will show you:

Why faith is reasonable, not blind Why evil can never be as powerful as good

Solid arguments for Christ's Resurrection

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Why angels are necessary in creation

How Adam's sin differed from Eve's

Why Jesus descended into Hell

Why we must suffer for Adam's sin

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How a soul's damnation can be compatible with God's goodness

What Christians should think about fate and chance

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Three ways in which God is in all things

Eternal life: what it is; how to understand it

How you can know God through reason

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How Jesus grew in wisdom

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The Beatific Vision: what it really is

Why God's knowledge of the future doesn't deny man's free will

How the Holy Trinity is three distinct Persons, yet one God

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"A gem, a precious pearl, a masterpiece!"

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"An invaluable introduction to all of St. Thomas's wisdom and insight."

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"Thomas Aquinas at his clearest and best. A treasure."

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Paperback: 432 pages
Publisher: Sophia Inst Pr; Revised edition (December 1, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1928832431
ISBN-13: 978-1928832430
Product Dimensions: 6 x 1.2 x 9 inches
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R. J. Marsella

Shorter But Still Rich And Challenging

November 18, 2013

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This is a wonderful book that explains the basic teachings of St Thomas in a simpler version than the full full work without necessarily lessening the persuasion of his arguments or the depth and insight of his theology. A great work to either read through or to have as a resource when questions of Catholic teaching arise.
Written in a very accessible style and yet the content is still challenging and thought provoking. As both a religious and an historical document this is a truly valuable book to have available.

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Great Intro to St Acquinas

February 6, 2012

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Great intro into St Acquinas, the 'Personhood of Jesus' treatment is great and something to be studied and memorized. Figured I'd start with the Short Summa before going to 'Free Google Books'(Out of Print,Free PDF versions) and printing out the large collection of the bigger, better 'Summa' piecemeal for study.

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The result of a life of contemplation

June 8, 2010

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St. Thomas Aquinas set out to write his Shorter Summa at the request of his assistant Brother Reginald. It was intended to be a summary of Aquinas' extensive Summa Theologica, yet produced in the language of laymen. It was also, therefore, intended to be a summary of the Faith of Christianity, accessible to all who could read. While it is still, at times, loftier than what many might easily grasp, the Shorter Summa is certainly shorter as well as comprehensible.

St. Thomas conveys his plan for this work in his introduction, stating "I shall treat first of faith, then of hope, and lastly of charity. This is the Apostle's arrangement which, for that matter, right reason imposes. Love cannot be rightly ordered unless the proper goal of our hope is established; nor can there be any hope if knowledge of the truth is lacking. Therefore the first thing necessary is faith, by which you may come to a knowledge of the truth. Secondly, hope is necessary, that your intention may be fixed on the right end. Thirdly, love is necessary, that your affections may be perfectly put in order." Unfortunately, Aquinas died prior to completing this work having really only begun the second part of the Shorter Summa, Hope. It would be difficult to call this work incomplete, however, as it is insightful from cover to cover. Indeed, the few chapters that Aquinas managed to complete on his section about hope might be an example of some of the most gracefully contemplative pieces of Christian theology ever written. The fact that this work is unfinished does not detract from it as it is; but only with respect to the idea of what it could have been.

The Shorter Summa should be read by all Christians, regardless of denomination. As St. Thomas Aquinas is a scholar of St. Augustine, it might also be helpful to first read Confessions (Penguin Classics),The City of God, and any other work of Augustine's that is readily available. If you have any inkling to read this work, please do, as you will not be disappointed.

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Ed Boyer

Excellent book

September 23, 2017

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Excellent summary of Aquinas teachings. Book was delivered promptly and was in much better condition than described. Thanks.

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Les Gapay

Fantastic

August 10, 2017

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Great. Accessible shorter version of the full summa.

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The shorter Summa

September 20, 2017

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Aquinas' work is foundational: to enter into is thought, via his own edting, provides a solid beginning.

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Paul A. Nelson

Painfully Good

December 9, 2010

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Reading Aquinas is not an easy or even pleasant task. But it's a helpful one. This is his own abbreviation of his Summa, and he did not complete it before his death. But what he did finish will keep you occupied for some time. Invaluable philosophical & scholastic insights, as well as a useful case study in logic and thinking in general. While the specifics of his philosophy and theology might be debated (his overly-heavy reliance on Aristotle, for example), the skill of his thinking and writing certainly can't be.

A great way to approach Aquinas without immediately fainting from the immensity of the man's work.

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Julie R

Great read

November 30, 2015

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Great read for serious minded thinkers. Book easy to read and quality of book excellant

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