God Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“God should not be called an individual substance, since the principal of individuation is matter.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Summa Theologica, 1265–77
God is not a substance; individuation belongs to matter.
In simple terms: God is not a thing; matter defines individuality.
Key Takeaway
Focus on material reality for understanding individuation.
Themes
theology
philosophy
metaphysics
matter
Mood
thoughtful
scholastic
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- philosophical debate
- religious education
- ethical reasoning
- scientific inquiry
Key Concepts
Scholasticism
ontological distinction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does matter affect identity?
- What are the implications for faith?
A Different Perspective
Some view God as personal, challenging this view.
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