Whether the object of faith is something complex, by way of a proposition?
Objections
❌ Objection 1 : It would seem that the object of faith is not something complex by way of a proposition. For the object of faith is the First Truth, as stated above (Article [1]). Now the First Truth is something simple. Therefore the object of faith is not something complex.
❌ Objection 2 : Further, the exposition of faith is contained in the symbol. Now the symbol does not contain propositions, but things: for it is not stated therein that God is almighty, but: "I believe in God . . . almighty." Therefore the object of faith is not a proposition but a thing.
❌ Objection 3 : Further, faith is succeeded by vision, according to 1 Cor. 13:12: "We see now through a glass in a dark manner; but then face to face. Now I know in part; but then I shall know even as I am known." But the object of the heavenly vision is something simple, for it is the Divine Essence. Therefore the faith of the wayfarer is also.