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God, Evolution, and the Big Bang: The Theology of Creation according to Aquinas | Prof. Gaven Kerr

Oct 4, 2019
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Gaven Kerr
Prof. Gaven Kerr discusses Aquinas's Five Ways as rational proof of God's existence. He explores causal series, essence vs. existence, and Aquinas's view on evolution. The importance of understanding philosophical arguments is highlighted, along with debates on the existence of God.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 4min
2
Exploring Causal Series and Primary Causes
03:36 • 24min
3
Exploring Essence and Existence in Causality
27:53 • 16min
4
Exploring Evolution and Theology from an Aquinas Perspective
43:46 • 2min
5
Exploring the Conception of God in the Book of Exodus and Thomas Aquinas' Philosophy
45:49 • 2min
6
Importance of Understanding Philosophical Arguments
48:18 • 7min
7
Exploring Aquinas' Views on Substances, Evolution, and the Existence of God
54:55 • 26min