Goodness without God? Aquinas and the Problem of Pagan Virtue | Prof. Angela Knobel

Philosophy professor Prof. Angela Knobel discusses Aquinas' views on pagan virtue and goodness, exploring the role of natural virtues, original sin, and the necessity of God's saving grace. The podcast delves into human nature, rational activity, and the cultivation of virtues, using examples like Leonidas and his men at Thermopylae to analyze the alignment of reason and moral principles in leading a virtuous life.