Which 13th-century philosopher-saint is frequently referenced by Stephen Dedalus as a guide for his aesthetic definitions?
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Correct answer: St. Thomas Aquinas
Stephen relies heavily on the scholastic logic of Aquinas, particularly his definitions of beauty (integritas, consonantia, and claritas). He 'butchers' and adapts these medieval concepts to justify his own modern artistic mission.
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