IntroductionCritics have long argued that it is not possible for philosophy and religion to unite. In their argument, they find that many religious groups are in conflict with the sound doctrine held by the philosophical arena. Those who have attempted to harmonize the two disciplines have found themselves faced with complex questions about the authenticity and soundness of the arguments. However, the works of the ancients (philosophers of the Middle Ages) and religious thinkers and scholars also faced challenges, but there are two outstanding works that have earned credence from most, if not all, modern scholars and philosophers. In this essay the researcher takes a careful look at the work of Aristotle and that of Saint Thomas Aquinas. In order to approach the essay well, it is important to ask ourselves at this stage, using the philosophy of Aristotle and the philosophical intuitions of Thomas Aquinas, is it possible to establish a connection between the conflicting sides between philosophy and religion? In this essay the researcher will begin by giving a perceived basic definition of the magnanimous man, and then proceed to the topic of power in relation to the philosophy of Aristotle and the religious inclinations of Aquinas. This will then be followed by Piety and Mercy which will also be referred to as the previous section. Please follow carefully as the topic is covered in depth. Before indulging in philosophical and religious inclinations, it is prudent to first give the basic definition of man. According to Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, cited in Schall (1997), there is a common definition adopted which defines the terms magnanimous man as the magnanimous man who walks with slow steps, has a deep voice who according to their caliber has leveled expressions. According to their argument…half of the article…assumes that the occurrence of accidental destruction can cause an otherwise virtuous man to act in an unprecedented way. Works Cited Anthony Keaty, (2005). The Christian Virtue of Mercy: Aquinas' Transformation of Aristotelian Piety, HeyJ XLVI. 181-198. Retrieved June 2, 2011, from http://search.ebscohost.com/Remi, Bragus, and Lydia, G., Cochrane, (2007). God's Co-Workers: Remi Brague's Treatment of Divine Law in Christianity - The Law of God: The Philosophical History of an Idea, The Political Science Reviewer 76-104. Retrieved June 2, 2011, from http://search.ebscohost.com/Scall, James, V., (1997). The uniqueness of the political philosophy of Thomas Aquinas. Perspectives on Political Science 26(2). Retrieved June 2, 2011, from http://search.ebscohost.com/Thomas Aquinas, (1876). Lectura super Ioannem, Omnia Opera. Paris: Vives. Chapter XI. 5(7). 159-160.