
 The Thomistic Institute
 The Thomistic Institute Contemplation As Freedom According to Cusa And Hopkins | Thomas Pfau
 Oct 18, 2018 
 Thomas Pfau, an expert on the philosophy of Cusa and Hopkins, explores the concept of freedom in modern anthropology, delving into the transcendent dimension of human freedom. He discusses contemplation as a path to liberation from selfhood and desire, the transformative impact of mystical contemplation through iconic gaze, and the symbolism of a poem representing theological themes. Pfau also analyzes the relationship between visible images and the divine, emphasizing contemplative freedom and ethical responsibility. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 9min 
 Exploring Contemplation as Freedom and Self-Transcendence 
 08:56 • 6min 
 Exploring Mystical Contemplation Through an Iconic Gaze 
 14:37 • 14min 
 Exploring the Symbolism of a Poem and Its Theological Connections 
 28:45 • 3min 
 Contemplative Nature of Seeing and Knowing to Love and Merge with the Christ Icon 
 31:44 • 25min 

