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- Title
How Augustinian Is Aquinas's Basic Account of Free Decision?
- Authors
Spiering, Jamie Anne
- Abstract
This article examines the differences between Augustine and Aquinas's views on the concept of free decision, specifically focusing on liberum arbitrium. Aquinas diverges from Augustine by shifting the context of free decision from sin and guilt to human nature and using an Aristotelian framework. Aquinas also differs from Augustine in his understanding of the object and essence of free decision. While Aquinas's treatment of liberum arbitrium represents a departure from Augustine's teachings, he still maintains some Augustinian elements. Aquinas's definition aligns more closely with Augustine's emphasis on the pursuit of happiness and upholds the highest teachings of Augustine.
- Subjects
THOMAS, Aquinas, Saint, ca. 1225-1274; HAPPINESS; INTELLECT; SOUL; PHILOSOPHY of nature; FREE will &; determinism; CHOICE (Psychology); HUMAN behavior; JUSTICE; CAUSATION (Philosophy)
- Publication
Nova et Vetera (English Edition), 2024, Vol 22, Issue 2, p435
- ISSN
1542-7315
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1353/nov.2024.a929366