LIFE
When and where were you born?
I was born in 1225, Roccasecca (Italy)
What was your greatest achievement or contribution to humanity?
My greatest contribution was The Summa Theologiae
What institutions, award, or places are named after you today?
Universities, churches, academic orders are named after me
Did you had any unusual hobbies or pastimes?
Yes, Constant prayers
What civilizations existed in Mexico in 1225?
The Mexica had not arrived yet, but Maya, Mixtec and Zapotec already existed
What was your childhood like?
My childhood was pious and studious
At what age did you began to be recognized?
Around the age of 30 I began to be recognized
Are you remembered more in your country or around the world?
I am remembered throughout the catholic world
Were you a good cook, musician, or amateur artist?
Did the Aztec Empire existed in 1225?
No, the Aztecs had not yet founded Tenochtitlan
Was there any important event in his childhood that marked you?
I was entrusted to the Benedictine monks
Did you worked in a team or mainly alone?
I worked alone, although I had disciples
How are you honored today?
With my liturgical past day (January 28th)
How did you usually dressed?
I dressed in a Dominican habit
What religion did they practice at that time?
They practiced polytheistic religions and worshiped many gods
Did you had any nickname or special name during your life?
I was named "The dumb ox"
What impact did your actions have on his country?
I gave prestige to christian theology
Are there movies, books, or songs about you?
Yes, multiple biographies and academic works.
Did you ate anything peculiar or had a favorite dish?
I ate simply.
Did they had temples?
What personal difficulties or challenges did you face?
My family resisted my religious vocation
How did your discipline change thanks to you?
I gave philosophy based on foundations to theology
How did your work change the world?
I provided a philosophical foundation for Christian thought.
Did you carried a personal object with you?
My rosary
Did they perform human sacrifices?
Yes, it was common to offer sacrifices to nourish the gods