Jan 28

Saint Thomas Aquinas

January 28th XIII century

Philosopher, theologian, doctor of the Church (Angelicus Doctor: angelic Doctor), patron of Catholic colleges and universities. Born at Rocca Secca in the Kingdom of Naples in 1225 or 1227; died at Fossa Nuova, March 7, 1274. Author of the Summa Theologica, illustrious work of theology. Roman martyrology