Becoming Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“The Jews should not be allowed to keep what they have obtained from others by usury; it were best that they were compelled to worked so that they could earn their living instead of doing nothing but becoming avaricious.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Summa Theologica, 1274
Criticizes usury and suggests forced labor for Jews to prevent greed.
In simple terms: Usury is wrong; forced work is a solution.
Key Takeaway
Consider ethical economics and labor rights.
Themes
ethics
economics
religion
Mood
critical
historical
Type
philosophical
controversial
When to use this quote
- historical policy debates
- economic reform
- human rights law
Key Concepts
usury
forced labor
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- Is forced labor ever justified?
- How can societies address greed without oppression?
A Different Perspective
Moral condemnation ignores autonomy and dignity.
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