The Moral Basis Of Social Order According To Saint Thomas

""The Moral Basis of Social Order According to Saint Thomas"" by George V. Dougherty is a book that explores the ethical and moral principles that underpin the social order as envisioned by the medieval philosopher and theologian, Saint Thomas Aquinas. The book delves into the philosophical and theological ideas of Saint Thomas, focusing on his views on natural law, virtue, and the common good, which are the foundation of his social and political thought.The author discusses Saint Thomas's ideas on the nature of man and society, and how they relate to the concept of social order. He examines the role of the individual in society, the importance of justice, and the need for a stable and just political system. The book also explores how Saint Thomas's ideas have influenced modern political thought and the development of Western civilization.Overall, ""The Moral Basis of Social Order According to Saint Thomas"" provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the philosophical and theological ideas that have shaped Western civilization and continue to influence contemporary political and social thought. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, theology, and political theory.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.

• | Author: George V. Dougherty
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Mar 01, 2007
• | Number of Pages: 96 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1432629360
• | ISBN-13: 9781432629366