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“Because the divine goodness could not be adequately represented by one creature alone, God produced many and diverse creatures, that what was wanting in one in the representation of the divine goodness might be supplied by another. For goodness, which in God is simple and uniform, in creatures is manifold and divided. Thus the whole universe together participates in the divine goodness more perfectly and represents it better than any single creature.”

Quote by Thomas Aquinas

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Thomas Aquinas
Thomas Aquinas

Thomas Aquinas, born on January 28, 1225 and died on March 7, 1274, was a renowned theologian, philosopher, and priest. He is considered one of the greatest theologians of the Middle Ages and his works have had a profound impact on philosophy and theology. more

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