Charity Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“Even as in heaven there will be most perfect charity, so in hell there will be the most perfect hate.”
About This Quote
Source Summa Theologica, Part I, 1274
He contrasts heaven’s perfect charity with hell’s perfect hate, highlighting extremes of love and hatred.
In simple terms: Heaven loves fully; hell hates fully.
Key Takeaway
Strive for charitable love, avoid hatred.
Themes
theology
ethics
afterlife
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- moral decision‑making
- spiritual practice
- ethical education
Key Concepts
perfect love
perfect hate
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we cultivate charity in daily life?
- What prevents us from falling into hatred?
A Different Perspective
Human nature may not achieve perfect extremes.
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