King Quote by St. Thomas Aquinas
““Yet through virtuous living man is further ordained to a higher end, which consists in the enjoyment of God, as we have said above. Consequently, since society must have the same end as the individual man, it is not the ultimate end of an assembled multitude to live virtuously, but through virtuous living to attain to the possession of God.””
About This Quote
Source Summa Theologica, Part I, Question 2, Article 3
Living virtuously aligns individuals with God’s ultimate purpose, and society shares that same ultimate goal.
In simple terms: Virtue leads to God’s enjoyment, both personally and socially.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate virtue to fulfill personal and communal higher ends.
Themes
virtue
theology
societal purpose
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal development
- community building
- education
- religious practice
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
spiritual fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues are most needed in today’s society?
- How does personal virtue translate to collective good?
A Different Perspective
Virtue alone may not guarantee societal harmony without practical structures.
