Intro

We discuss how concepts of perfection from Platonism/Neo-Platonism heavily influenced early Christian thought on God's attributes. We then discuss the Absolutist system developed largely by Augustine and articulated by Thomas Aquinas. We bring up issues with the 'God' that arises when you follow this system to its logical conclusions. Topics discussed: Confluence of Greek Philosophy and Christian Theology Emergence of the Absolutist Tradition in Christian Theology The Logic of Absolute Independence Pure Actuality Divine Simplicity Immutability Timeless Eternity Aseity Impassibility Omniscience Omnipotence