According to Aquinas, how is analogical language about God significant?

Aquinas believed that analogical language is significant because it offers a way to speak about God that retains both the meaningfulness and the distinction of divine attributes compared to human attributes. Unlike univocal language, which uses terms in exactly the same way, or equivocal language, which uses terms in entirely different ways, analogical language strikes a balance. It acknowledges that while we can describe God using language derived from human experiences and qualities, these descriptions are not identical to how those qualities apply to God.

For instance, when we describe God as "good," we draw on our understanding of goodness as it relates to us but recognize that God's goodness transcends our comprehension. This approach allows us to maintain a real connection to divine attributes without restricting them to human limitations. Thus, Aquinas promotes that through analogy, we arrive at a deeper and richer understanding of God, making divine attributes accessible and intelligible, while still preserving their divine uniqueness. This approach fosters a meaningful relationship between human language and the divine, allowing for an ongoing exploration of theology without leading to confusing or misinterpreted notions of God.