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Isaiah 66:14

Western Saints

Thomas Aquinas

Third, as to the enjoyment of goods, you shall see good things given to you by God; bones, you who in adversity were like dry bones: you dry bones, hear the word of the Lord (Ezek 37:4). Or you shall see the divine essence: the light is sweet, and it is delightful for the eyes to see the sun (Eccl 11:7); and your bones shall flourish like an herb, in the resurrection. And the hand of the Lord shall be known. Here he promises punishment to the wicked. …

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