In due sequence we have to inquire how the angels were made in the order of grace and of glory; under which heading there are nine points of inquiry:

A[1] Were the angels created in beatitude?

A[2] Did they need grace in order to turn to God?

A[3] Were they created in grace?

A[4] Did they merit their beatitude?

A[5] Did they at once enter into beatitude after merit?

A[6] Did they receive grace and glory according to their natural capacities?

A[7] After entering glory, did their natural love and knowledge remain?

A[8] Could they have sinned afterwards?

A[9] After entering into glory, could they advance farther?