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“A thing is lovable according as it is good. But God is infinite good. Therefore He is infinitely lovable.” quote by Thomas Aquinas
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“A thing is lovable according as it is good. But God is infinite good. Therefore He is infinitely lovable.”

Thomas Aquinas

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

God’s infinite goodness makes Him infinitely lovable.

In simple terms: God is infinitely good and lovable.

Key Takeaway

Recognize divine love through infinite goodness.

Themes

theology goodness love divinity

Mood

reverent contemplative hopeful

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • faith practice
  • moral philosophy
  • religious education

Key Concepts

infinite nature spiritual devotion ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does infinite goodness affect human morality?
  • Can love be measured by goodness?
A Different Perspective

Human concepts of love may differ from divine attributes.

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