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That the saints may enjoy their beatitude and the grace of God more abundantly they are permitted to see the punishment
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"That the saints may enjoy their beatitude and the grace of God more abundantly they are permitted to see the punishment of the damned in hell"

- Thomas Aquinas

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This quote by Thomas Aquinas recommends that the saints, or those who have actually been conserved by God, are enabled to witness the punishment of the damned in hell in order to appreciate their own beatitude and grace more totally. Aquinas is suggesting that by seeing the suffering of the damned, the saints will have the ability to much better comprehend and value the grace and mercy of God that has been bestowed upon them. This quote indicates that the saints will have the ability to get a greater understanding of the power of God and the importance of living a life of faith and righteousness. By experiencing the penalty of the damned, the saints will have the ability to recognize the importance of living a life of faith and righteousness and be more grateful for the grace and grace of God.

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Thomas Aquinas This quote is written / told by Thomas Aquinas between 1225 AC and March 7, 1274. He was a famous Theologian from Italy. The author also have 59 other quotes.

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