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False Arguments That Faith And Reason Are In Conflict | Fr. James Brent, O.P.
The Thomistic Institute
Exploring Wishful Thinking and Beliefs
The chapter delves into the complexities of identifying true desires and beliefs amidst skepticism, emphasizing the importance of asking individuals directly rather than assuming. It critiques the tactic of claiming to wish Christianity were true while not believing it, stressing the need for genuine dialogue over psychoanalysis. The conversation explores the intersection of wishful thinking, beauty in beliefs, and the challenges in reconciling faith and reason, addressing common objections like the evidentialist objection.
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