The Thomistic Institute cover image

The Thomistic Institute

Vice and Sin, Part I | Professor Candace Vogler

Oct 3, 2023
Prof. Candace Vogler discusses vice, sin, human acts, salvation, obligation, original sin, vices, and human fulfillment. She explores the concepts of sin, virtue, and the impact of original sin on morality. She also discusses the nature of obligation, grace, and the influence of Christianity in understanding human nature and vices. Additionally, she explores the concept of aligning oneself with the best order and the motivations behind the Virgin birth theory.
01:10:27

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Understanding habits is important in determining whether our actions align with what is considered good or harmful.
  • The concept of original sin raises questions about the nature of obligation, moral responsibility, and the need for grace and redemption.

Deep dives

Understanding Habits and Coordinated Inferential and Motivational Patterns

Habits are seen as coordinated patterns of motivation and inference that lead to specific actions. These habits are defined by their characteristic set of acts, which can vary in nature. Some habits, known as virtues, are perfective of human nature. They lead to acts that fulfill our potential and contribute to our well-being. On the other hand, there are habits that impede our efforts to lead good and happy lives, known as vices. Both virtues and vices are acquired voluntarily and can be difficult to change. Understanding habits is important in examining the role they play in determining whether our actions align with what is considered good or harmful.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode