Quote by Thomas Aquinas

Hold firmly that our faith is identical with that of the ancients. Deny this, and you dissolve the unity of the Church.

Hold firmly that our faith is identical with that of the anc

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a consistent and unwavering faith, identical to that of the early Christians. By denying the continuity of faith with the ancient church, it suggests that the unity of the Church would be compromised. In essence, the quote advocates for the preservation of traditional beliefs and practices handed down through generations as a means to ensure the cohesion and solidarity of the Church.

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