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Thomas Aquinas: life of the week

Thomas Aquinas: life of the week

Robert Pasnau explores the life of one of the most influential philosophers and theologians of medieval Europe

Emily Briffett

Published: June 17, 2025 at 9:59 AM

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Thomas Aquinas was a 13th-century Dominican theologian whose groundbreaking ideas set medieval Europe aflame – and continue to resonate today. As 2025 marks the 800th anniversary of Aquinas's birth, Emily Briffett speaks to Professor Robert Pasnau to find out more about the man behind some of medieval Europe's most significant philosophical and theological works.

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Emily BriffettSenior content producer (podcasts)

Emily Briffett is senior content producer (podcasts) at HistoryExtra