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The Thomistic Institute
Revisiting Aquinas' Five Ways w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., Prof. Robert Koons, & Prof. Daniel Bonevac
Aug 1, 2024
Join Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., a philosopher and theologian, alongside Professors Robert Koons and Daniel Bonevac, both experts in metaphysics and logic. They dive into the contemporary significance of Aquinas' Five Ways, discussing common misconceptions about motion and causality. The guests challenge mechanical views of time, emphasizing a metaphysical First Mover. They also explore God's simplicity and the relevance of Aquinas' thought today, highlighting the dynamic interplay between philosophy and theology.
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- The professors argue that Aquinas' first way emphasizes the metaphysical nature of change, challenging misconceptions tied to outdated mechanical concepts.
- Aquinas' second and third ways recontextualize the necessity of a first cause by focusing on existence and modal implications, enhancing our understanding of God.
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Collaboration on Aquinas's Five Ways
Professors Koons and Bonnebak, along with Father Gregory Pine, discuss their long-standing collaboration on a project focused on the five arguments for God's existence presented by Thomas Aquinas. They highlight the surprising fact that, despite the significance of Aquinas's work in philosophy, the five ways have received relatively little critical engagement since their inception 750 years ago. The professors aim to bring fresh perspectives, drawing upon their knowledge of original languages and contemporary logical analysis, to dissect these arguments anew. They approach Aquinas's work with a sympathetic lens, intending to counter common misconceptions about his arguments being outdated or flawed.
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