To convert the Jews, it is not enough to argue with them; they must be forced by fear to abandon their error.
— Thomas Aquinas Medieval

Catholic philosopher and theologian

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Context

De Regimine Principum, Book II, Chapter 10 (though this specific phrasing is debated, the sentiment regarding coercion is present in his writings on heresy)

Date / Period

c. 1265-1267

Category

Controversial

Source

https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/14012.htm

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