Description
The study of the citations of the Song especially illuminates Aquinas's spiritual doctrine. By citing the Song, Aquinas emphasizes the spiritual life's path of dynamic ascent, through an ever increasing participation in the mystery of the nuptial union of Christ and the Church through love. The Song also highlights the eschatological tension or yearning present in the spiritual life, which is ordered to the fullness of beatific vision. Although Aquinas's theology is highly "intellectual," by citing the Song he brings out the affective character of the spiritual life and conveys the centrality of love in the soul's journey toward Christ. He also draws together contemplation and preaching through his use of the Song.
About the Author
Serge-Thomas Bonino, OP is Dean of Philosophy at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas (Angelicum) in Rome.
Andrew Levering is a recent graduate of Hope College.
Book Information
ISBN 9780813235981
Author Serge-Thomas Bonino
Format Hardback
Page Count 168
Imprint The Catholic University of America Press
Publisher The Catholic University of America Press
Weight(grams) 363g