Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. hosts Dr. William Carroll, an expert in intellectual history and the history of science. They unpack St. Thomas Aquinas’s profound insights on creation, discussing how it intertwines with time and cosmology. The conversation reveals the historical tensions between faith and science, particularly through the Galileo-Inquisition episode. They also explore the concept of 'conceptual therapy' to tackle misconceptions in cosmology and clarify the nature of creation ex nihilo, enhancing our understanding of the relationship between existence and creation.
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Modernity's Narrative on Creation
Modernity's narrative, tied to the 17th-century scientific revolution, often frames traditional views of creation as outdated.
This narrative promotes a perceived conflict between science and religion, where science has supposedly won.
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Creation as Dependence
Creation, as Aquinas defines it, is not about the universe's beginning but a dependence in existence.
Confusing creation with a change is a category mistake leading to misinterpretations of cosmology.
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Philosophical vs. Theological Creation
Aquinas distinguishes philosophical creation (dependence in being) from theological creation (including a beginning).
The universe's temporality is irrelevant to its created status philosophically.
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La Creación y las Ciencias Naturales: Actualidad de Santo Tomás de Aquino
La Creación y las Ciencias Naturales: Actualidad de Santo Tomás de Aquino
Actualidad de Santo Tomás de Aquino
Dr. William Carroll
This book explores the enduring relevance of St. Thomas Aquinas's thought on creation in light of contemporary natural sciences. It examines Aquinas's philosophical and theological framework for understanding creation, emphasizing its compatibility with scientific discoveries. The book delves into Aquinas's nuanced approach to the relationship between faith and reason, demonstrating how his insights can inform contemporary debates on cosmology, evolution, and other scientific advancements. It also addresses the challenges posed by modern scientific theories to traditional understandings of creation, offering a balanced and insightful perspective. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of theology, philosophy, and science.
Creation and Science
Creation and Science
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Dr. William Carroll
This book explores the complex and often misunderstood relationship between the concept of creation and the findings of modern science. It examines the historical context of the perceived conflict between faith and science, tracing the evolution of scientific thought and its impact on religious beliefs. The book delves into the philosophical and theological underpinnings of the creation narrative, offering a nuanced perspective on the compatibility of faith and reason. It also addresses contemporary debates on cosmology, evolution, and other scientific advancements, demonstrating how a proper understanding of creation can reconcile seemingly conflicting viewpoints. The book provides a valuable resource for anyone seeking to bridge the gap between science and religion.
Aquinas on Creation
Aquinas on Creation
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Dr. William Carroll
This book delves into the profound philosophical and theological insights of St. Thomas Aquinas on the concept of creation. It explores Aquinas's understanding of creation as a relationship of dependence rather than a temporal event, challenging common misconceptions about the conflict between faith and science. The book examines Aquinas's arguments against the idea that creation necessitates a beginning in time, emphasizing the metaphysical aspects of creation as a continuous act of God. It also addresses the implications of Aquinas's views for contemporary debates on cosmology and evolution, offering a nuanced perspective on the harmony between faith and reason. The book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Aquinas's thought on creation and its relevance to modern science.
Galileo
Science and Faith
Dr. William Carroll
This book examines the complex relationship between Galileo Galilei's scientific work and his religious beliefs. It delves into the historical context of Galileo's conflict with the Inquisition, analyzing the scientific, philosophical, and theological arguments involved. The book explores the tensions between scientific inquiry and religious dogma, offering a nuanced perspective on the historical events and their lasting impact. It also considers the broader implications of the Galileo affair for the ongoing dialogue between science and faith, highlighting the importance of understanding the historical context and the different perspectives involved. The book provides a balanced and insightful analysis of a pivotal moment in the history of science and religion.
What does it really mean to say the world is "created," according to St. Thomas Aquinas? Join Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. of Aquinas 101, Godsplaining, and Pints with Aquinas for an off-campus conversation with Dr. William Carroll about what "creation" really means, St. Thomas Aquinas on creation and time, cosmology, understanding science and creation, the harmony of science and faith, and more!
About the speaker: Professor William E. Carroll has recently retired from research and teaching at the Aquinas Institute of Blackfriars in the University of Oxford. For the past two years he has been a Visiting Professor at the Zhongnan University of Economics and Law (Wuhan, China), and at the Hongyi Honor College of Wuhan University. He is a European intellectual historian and historian of science whose research and teaching concern: 1) the reception of Aristotelian science in mediaeval Islam, Judaism, and Christianity, and the development of the doctrine of creation, and 2) the encounter between Galileo and the Inquisition. He has also written extensively on the ways in which mediaeval discussions of the relationship among the natural sciences, philosophy, and theology can be useful in contemporary questions arising from developments in biology and cosmology.
He is the author of four books: Aquinas on Creation; La Creación y las Ciencias Naturales: Actualidad de Santo Tomás de Aquino; Galileo: Science and Faith; and Creation and Science (with translations in Slovak, Spanish, and Chinese). His published work has appeared in 12 languages.
Over many years he has written more than 25 op-ed pieces for Public Discourse, the web site of the Witherspoon Institute at Princeton.
This project/publication was made possible through the support of Grant 63391 from the John Templeton Foundation. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the John Templeton Foundation.
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