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Quote by Thomas Aquinas
Because philosophy arises from awe, a philosopher is bound in his

Because philosophy arises from awe, a philosopher is bound in his way to be a lover of myths and poetic fables. Poets and philosophers are alike in being big with wonder. – Thomas Aquinas

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If forgers and malefactors are put to death by the secular power, there is much more reason for excommunicating and even putting to death one convicted of heresy. – Thomas Aquinas

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Hold firmly that our faith is identical with that of the ancients. Deny this, and you dissolve the unity of the Church. – Thomas Aquinas

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