About Green Thomism

Green Thomism is a contemporary interpretation of the philosophy and theology of Saint Thomas Aquinas that brings his thought into dialogue with modern ecological concerns. Rooted in Aquinas’s understanding of creation as an ordered, purposeful whole sustained by God, Green Thomism emphasizes the intrinsic goodness and intelligibility of the natural world, not merely its usefulness to humans. It draws on Thomistic concepts such as natural law, the common good, and the interconnectedness of all beings to argue that humans have a moral responsibility to care for the environment as stewards rather than exploiters. By integrating Aquinas’s metaphysical and ethical framework with ecological awareness, Green Thomism offers a theological foundation for environmental responsibility that respects both human dignity and the flourishing of all creation.