Quote by Thomas Aquinas

A man has free choice to the extent that he is rational.

A man has free choice to the extent that he is rational.

Summary

This quote implies that rationality determines the extent of a person's freedom of choice. It suggests that individuals make decisions and exercise their agency based on reason and logical thinking. In other words, the ability to make informed choices is dependent on one's rationality. However, it could also imply that those who lack rationality may have limited or compromised freedom of choice. Overall, this quote emphasizes the crucial role of rationality in shaping the freedom individuals have in decision-making.

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