Quote by: Thomas Aquinas

Three conditions are necessary for Penance: contrition, which is sorrow for sin, together with a purpose of amendment; confession of sins without any omission; and satisfaction by means of good works.


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Author Bio


  • NameThomas Aquinas
  • DescriptionItalian Dominican priest of the Roman Catholic Church
  • BornJanuary 28, 1225
  • DiedMarch 7, 1274
  • CountryItaly
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Writer; Theologian; Friar
  • WorksSumma Theologica; Summa Contra Gentiles