The purpose of human law is to lead men to virtue, not suddenly, but gradually.
Catholic philosopher and theologian
The purpose of human law is to lead men to virtue, not suddenly, but gradually.
Catholic philosopher and theologian
Summa Theologica, Part I-II, Q. 96, Art. 2
c. 1265-1274
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