Natural Law, the Synderesis Rule, and Augustine

Augustine introducted the fundamental concept of a theisticeternal cosmic law to Christian philosophy, and it is plausible that his meditations on the O. T. influenced Thomas of Aquinas' formulation of this synderesis rule.

Bibliographic Details
Author:Terry I. Miethe
Published: S.n., s.l., 1980
Pages:91-98
Periodical:Augustinian Studies
Number:11
Format:Article
Topic:- Doctrine > From man to God > [Morale] > [Conscience. [Loi éternelle. Loi naturelle]]
- Doctrine > From man to God > [Morale] > [Conscience. [Loi éternelle. Loi naturelle]] > [Synderesis]
- Influence and Survival > The Middle Ages (430-1453) > Influence on the various authors and writings > Thomas of Aquin (+/- 1225-1274)
Status:Needs Review
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Summary:Augustine introducted the fundamental concept of a theisticeternal cosmic law to Christian philosophy, and it is plausible that his meditations on the O. T. influenced Thomas of Aquinas' formulation of this synderesis rule.