The Doctrine of Participation in Thomistic Metaphysics by Oscar Lawson provides an in-depth exploration of one of the most important concepts in the philosophy of Thomas Aquinas: participation. Through this work, Lawson examines how Aquinas's metaphysical framework integrates the idea of participation with the nature of existence, God, and creation. The book explores how beings?ranging from the simplest material objects to the most complex spiritual entities?participate in being and goodness through their relationship with the divine. Lawson provides a detailed analysis of Aquinas's thought, focusing on the way in which creatures, through divine providence and grace, come to share in the eternal truths and divine nature, culminating in the beatific vision. This study offers readers a clear and comprehensive understanding of how Aquinas's doctrine of participation underpins his entire metaphysical system and shapes his views on ethics, salvation, and the ultimate purpose of human life.
Sprache
Dateigröße
ISBN-13
979-8-230-76910-1 (9798230769101)
Schweitzer Klassifikation
