Religious Figures · 21st Century
Thomas Aquinas’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Thomas Aquinas, Unknown
Who Was Thomas Aquinas?
Thomas Aquinas was an Italian Dominican friar and priest, theologian, and philosopher. He is considered one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Catholic theology and Western philosophy.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Thomas Aquinas's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Thomas Aquinas died in 1274, and contemporary accounts report his last coherent statement was commentary on the Song of Songs. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' is anachronistic and not found in medieval hagiographies.
Sources
- biography William of Tocco's vita of Thomas Aquinas
Legacy
Thomas Aquinas's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Thomas Aquinas’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Thomas Aquinas die?
Thomas Aquinas died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Thomas Aquinas’s last words documented?
Thomas Aquinas died in 1274, and contemporary accounts report his last coherent statement was commentary on the Song of Songs. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' is anachronistic and not found in medieval hagiographies.
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