Nemo intrat in caelum nisi per philosophiam.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- No one enters heaven without philosophy.
- In plain terms
- Philosophy is required to reach heaven.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek wisdom to find salvation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is knowledge necessary for salvation?
- What kind of philosophy?
Another view
Many religious traditions do not require philosophical study for salvation.
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