: Questions about whether the world is governed and by whom (Q. 103). The Governor's Effects : How God moves creatures (Q. 105).
: The plan for this government exists eternally in God's mind as the "Eternal Law". Unlike human laws, this governs the very nature and movement of every being in the universe. La Somma Teologica. Il governo del mondo
: Even though God governs all things, Aquinas insists this does not destroy free choice . Human beings are unique because they are subject to divine government but have the power to act consciously within it. : Questions about whether the world is governed
In the , Saint Thomas Aquinas dedicates a major section of the First Part ( Prima Pars , Questions 103–119) to the Government of the World . This text explores how God, as the "universal first cause," directs all creation toward its ultimate purpose. Key Concepts of Divine Government : Even though God governs all things, Aquinas
: Miracles are seen as part of divine government rather than just displays of power. They serve as visible "signs" intended to inspire faith in hidden truths. Structure of the Text
The "Government of the World" volume typically follows this progression: