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Santo Tomás de Aquino, un pensador para nuestra época

2024; Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México; Volume: 22; Issue: 151 Linguagem: Inglês

10.5347/01856383.0151.000314177

0185-6383

Jaime Ruíz de Santiago,

Law, Ethics, and AI Impact

This article explores the relevance of Thomas Aquinas in contemporary times, addressing both his historical context and the timeless elements of his thought. The first part highlights the social, political, and cultural characteristics of the Middle Ages and analyzes how these factors influenced Aquinas’ life and work. The second part focuses on the enduring significance of his doctrine, discussing the constitution of human thought and its relationship with truth, as well as the construction of the moral world. The article emphasizes the importance of sensory experience as the foundation of knowledge and the necessity of a morally upright life aligned with reason. Aquinas’ work, portrayed as a model of intellectual humility and perseverance in the pursuit of truth, offers a philosophy that remains relevant for understanding human nature and achieving personal fulfillment.