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The Thomistic Institute
Is there a Distinction Between Faith and Reason? | Prof. Robert Koons
Oct 6, 2020
Prof. Robert Koons discusses the distinction between faith and reason, emphasizing how faith in God's wisdom is essential for cognitive reasoning. He explores the interconnectedness of faith and reason, highlighting the role of faith in accepting divine truths beyond reason. The chapter also delves into how faith acts as a bridge between rationality and spiritual belief, providing a foundation for belief beyond scientific understanding.
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- Faith and reason are intertwined, making it challenging to distinct them, especially in the Catholic context.
- Aquinas connects faith and reason extensively in his work, addressing theological aspects comprehensively.
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Faith and Reason Interconnection
Faith and reason are so intertwined that distinguishing between the two becomes challenging. The lecture discusses how faith, particularly in the Catholic context, is fundamentally entwined with reason, even suggesting that faith is a form of reason when applied to God and salvation.
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