Events from 1252

Aquinas begins teaching at University of Paris, establishes principle: 'Grace does not destroy nature but perfects it'

St. Thomas Aquinas studies under Albert the Great - Albert's prophecy: 'You call him the dumb ox, but in his teaching he will one day produce such a bellowing that it will be heard throughout the world'

Death of Blanche of Castile - great queen mother and regent dies, had ruled France during son's absence