Communication Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“If there were some solitary or feral man, the passions of the soul would be sufficient for him; by them he would be conformed to things in order that he might have knowledge of them. But because man is naturally political and social, there is need for one man to make his conceptions known to others, which is done with speech. So significant speech was needed if men were to live together. Which is why those of different tongues do not easily live together.”
About This Quote
Human speech arises from social nature; solitary beings would rely on internal passions, but communal life demands shared concepts.
In simple terms: Speech enables social knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Foster dialogue to build community.
Themes
speech
social nature
knowledge sharing
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- education
- politics
- team projects
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape community?
- What barriers hinder shared understanding?
A Different Perspective
Speech can be misused or excluded.
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