The role of F.'s ideas Aquinas in solving the problem of substantiation of faith and knowledge

Abstract

The article examines the ideas of the medieval thinker F. Aquinas, which contribute to solving the problem of substantiating faith and knowledge. The context of the formation of medieval philosophical thought is presented and its connections with the ancient intellectual tradition are demonstrated. The essential characteristics are shown and the problems of the philosophy of the Middle Ages are outlined. It has been proven that the concepts of creation and revelation are the leading principles of medieval ontology and epistemology. The contribution of F. Aquinas to the intellectual heritage of the declared historical period is noted. Five proofs of the existence of God are analyzed. At the conclusion of the study, the vectors of development and influence of the ideas of F. Aquinas on subsequent intellectual directions are outlined.