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The Thomistic Institute

Is Moral Relativism Really Just Conflict Avoidance? w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. & Prof. Michael Gorman

Jun 12, 2024
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. & Prof. Michael Gorman discuss moral relativism, charitable disagreement, and engaging in difficult conversations with charity. They explore tolerance, the impact of violence on truth claims, and the complexities of maintaining charitable discourse in disagreements. The podcast also delves into managing conflicts in modern culture, the importance of bravery and courage in social engagement, and the parallels between internet communication and demon-like manipulation.
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  • Relativist language often masks desire for non-interference in personal choices.
  • Prudential judgment essential in balancing tolerance and just interventions when correcting others.

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Challenging Relativism and Tolerance

Challenging the concept of relativism, the discussion delves into the inconsistency of individuals who claim relative truths but demonstrate non-relativistic actions. The conversation scrutinizes how the use of relativist language often masks a desire for non-interference in personal choices, emphasizing the need to reevaluate the extent of toleration in society.

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