The Thomistic Institute
God's Justice According to St. Thomas' Reading of the Apostle Paul | Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.
Jan 28, 2025
Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P., a professor of patristics and ancient languages, unpacks St. Thomas Aquinas’ insights into the Apostle Paul's notion of divine justice. He explores the balance of grace and justice in salvation, urging listeners to rethink these concepts through various cultural lenses. Delving deeper, he emphasizes the pivotal role of mercy in achieving true justice and living a faith-filled life aligned with God's love. Fr. Hofer's engaging discourse ties ancient theology to modern understanding, opening up profound discussions on justice and mercy.
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- Fr. Andrew Hofer emphasizes that, according to St. Thomas Aquinas, mercy serves as the foundation of divine justice, not its opposition.
- The podcast explores grace as the transformative power essential for justification, enabling believers to align their works with divine glory.
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