Theology for the Church Divine Impassibility with Thomas Weinandy
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Apr 14, 2025 Thomas Weinandy, a Catholic priest and theologian renowned for his insights on Trinitarian theology, dives into the fascinating doctrine of divine impassibility. He explains how God does not undergo emotional changes or suffer, which brings comfort to believers. The discussion contrasts historical and modern views of God's emotional engagement, illuminating the complexities of His nature. Weinandy also reflects on the significance of Christ’s dual nature and the implications of divine love and immutable perfection in relation to human suffering.
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Defining Divine Impassibility
- Divine impassibility means God doesn't experience emotional changes like humans.
- This doesn't mean God is unloving; it affirms His unchanging perfection.
Seeming Contradictions in Scripture
- The Bible describes God with human emotions, seemingly contradicting impassibility.
- These descriptions are based on human reactions to God, not changes in God's nature.
Aquinas on Impassibility
- God, as pure act, perfectly embodies all aspects of love simultaneously.
- Humans experience different facets of God's love depending on their relationship with Him.
