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The essentials of Catholic doctrine
-- clearly and succinctly presented

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... Read Full Overview

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... Read Full Overview

Towards the end of his life, St. Thomas Aquinas produced a brief, non-technical work summarizing some of the main points of his massive Summa Theologiae. This 'compendium' was intended as an introductory handbook for students and scholars who might not have access to the larger... Read Full Overview

From the Preface:Knowledge of the truth necessary for man's salvation is comprised within a few brief articles of faith. The Apostle says in Romans 9:2 8: "A short word shall the Lord make upon the earth"; and later he adds: "This is the word of faith, which we preach" (Rom... Read Full Overview

Christians believe that God is a Trinity and also that He became man, but almost none understand these central truths of faith. St. Thomas Aquinas wrote this work to help men love God more by coming to know Him better--in His humanity, in His divinity, and in His manifold relations... Read Full Overview

Towards the end of his life, St. Thomas Aquinas produced a brief, non-technical work summarizing some of the main points of his massive Summa Theologiae. This 'compendium' was intended as an introductory handbook for students and scholars who might not have access to the larger... Read Full Overview

"Compendium theologiae" from Thomas Aquinas. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274), sanctus, doctor Ecclesiae catholicae, theologus italianus et philosophus mediaevalis.

The Compendium of the Summa Theologica of St. Thomas Aquinas, Pars Prima is a comprehensive compilation of the first part of the Summa Theologica, a renowned work of Christian theology written by St. Thomas Aquinas in the 13th century. This book is a concise and accessible summary... Read Full Overview

The Compendium of the Summa Theologica of St. Thomas Aquinas, Pars Prima is a comprehensive guide to the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas, one of the most influential theologians in Christian history. This book is a condensed version of Aquinas' Summa Theologica, a monumental... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview