Question

Thomas Aquinas wrote Summa Theologica as a

Answer 1

one of the classics of the history of philosophy and one of the most influential works of Western literature

Answer 2

As a compendium of medieval theology and philosophy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Summa Theologica was written by Saint Thomas Aquinas during the 13th century. In it, Aquinas develops his philosophical and theological arguments that, ever since, cemented the Catholic rational belief in God, the Church´s sacraments, and its dogma. This is one of the most important and influential works on philosophy ever written and, amongst other factors, earned its author the very select title of Doctor of the Church.