The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute exists to promote Catholic truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation of Christians at universities, in the Church, and in the wider public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, is our touchstone.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Feb 26, 2020 • 47min
How Could a Good God Allow Evil? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., discusses the philosophical implications of evil, distinguishing between physical and moral evil. He explores the nature of evil actions as a deficiency and the purpose of pain in guiding individuals. The podcast also delves into St. Thomas Aquinas' interpretation of cosmic continuity and the mystery of God's purposes in allowing evil for positive outcomes.
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Feb 25, 2020 • 1h 24min
What is Matter? | Prof. Edward Feser
Prof. Edward Feser explores historical and philosophical perspectives on matter, advocating for hylomorphism while critiquing the mechanistic worldview. He delves into Aristotle's distinction between actuality and potentiality, contrasting it with Zeno's paradoxes. Feser discusses hylomorphism, explaining the roles of matter and form in tying universal patterns to specific objects and how quantum mechanics aligns with this concept. He explores empirical evidence supporting Aristotle's theory of matter as pure potentiality over elementary particles.
Feb 22, 2020 • 22min
Thomas Aquinas on Christ's Judgment of a Theologian's Work | Fr. Andrew Hofer, OP
Fr. Andrew Hofer, OP discusses St. Thomas Aquinas's view on Christ's judgment of theologians' work, emphasizing the moral aspects of theology and the importance of authentic teaching and preaching in serving God's intentions.
Feb 22, 2020 • 1h 3min
Can a Feminist Be Pro-Life? | Prof. Angela Knobel
Prof. Angela Knobel discusses the debate on being pro-life and feminist, analyzing the feminist motive argument on abortion regulations and exploring the intersection of feminism and abortion. The podcast touches on the burden argument in the abortion debate from a pro-life feminist perspective and explores the intersection of pro-life feminism with feminist principles.
Feb 20, 2020 • 1h 6min
True Friendship: Insights from the Classical and Christian Traditions | Prof. Joshua Hochschild
Delve into philosophical teachings on friendship with insights from Plato, Aristotle, and Christian perspectives. Explore the essence of true friendship, ethical principles, and the challenges of forming relationships in the digital age. Reflect on the impact of friends on character development and navigating friendships during religious conversion.
Feb 15, 2020 • 1h 1min
What Is Medicine For? Conscience and Clinical Practice | Dr. Farr Curlin, MD
Dr. Farr Curlin, clinical practice and conscience expert, discusses ethical dilemmas in conscientious medical practice, focusing on conflicts between personal beliefs and professional responsibilities. The debate explores whether doctors should prioritize patient autonomy over their own values, raising questions about the goals of medicine and the importance of upholding a commitment to patient health amidst ethical challenges.
Feb 13, 2020 • 1h 13min
Did Christ Die For Neanderthals? | Fr. Simon Gaine, OP
Fr. Simon Gaine, OP, discusses the theological perspective on Neanderthals, genetic analysis revealing their relationship with Homo sapiens, and the implications of Neanderthal DNA in modern humans on topics like original sin and soul inheritance.
Feb 11, 2020 • 46min
Accompaniment and Moral Development | Fr. Romanus Cessario, OP (duplicate?)
Fr. Romanus Cessario, OP discusses the role of priests in moral instruction, decline in confessions post-Vatican II, significance of clerical celibacy for spiritual strength, and the importance of priests in guiding individuals through confession and administering sacraments.
Feb 10, 2020 • 47min
Accompaniment and Moral Development | Fr. Romanus Cessario, OP
Fr. Romanus Cessario, OP, discusses the importance of accompaniment in moral development, exploring historical views on friendship in theological texts. He highlights challenges in priestly accompaniment in modern culture and the significance of charity, accompaniment, and friendship in fostering moral growth.
Feb 7, 2020 • 55min
St. Thomas Aquinas On Divinisation | Fr. Andrew Hofer, OP
Fr. Andrew Hofer, OP, discusses St. Thomas Aquinas' teachings on deification, exploring how humans can comprehend God's essence, the role of Christ in divinization, the progression from grace to glory, and the distinctions between God and human nature.
