Tertullian confronts the danger of a god who never judges, arguing that a god without justice ultimately destroys morality, discipline, and even the meaning of salvation itself. Augustine then turns inward, reflecting on why every human being longs for happiness and joy, recognizing that all people pursue the same end even while seeking it in radically different ways. Finally, Aquinas examines how justice must function publicly through lawful judgment, proper accusation, and sufficient evidence, insisting that truth and order must remain together if society is to avoid tyranny and corruption. Together, these readings explore judgment, happiness, conscience, justice, and the human longing for what is truly good.

Today’s Readings:

Tertullian — Against Marcion Book 1, Chapters 27–28

Augustine — The Con ...