Angela Knobel

Professor Angela Knobel, a specialist in Aquinas' theory of infused virtue, discusses the possibility of goodness without belief in God. Topics include different Christian views on non-believers' virtues, Aquinas' perspective on actions motivated by love for God, the concept of goodness and badness, and the role of grace in pursuing reason and divine life.

Philosophy professor Prof. Angela Knobel discusses Aquinas' views on pagan virtue and goodness, exploring the role of natural virtues, original sin, and the necessity of God's saving grace. The podcast delves into human nature, rational activity, and the cultivation of virtues, using examples like Leonidas and his men at Thermopylae to analyze the alignment of reason and moral principles in leading a virtuous life.

Philosophy professor Angela Knobel explores the ethics of lying, Aquinas' perspective on truthfulness and boasting, the concept of the noble lie, Flannery O'Connor's thoughts on truth and the role of the writer, the Tenboom family's commitment to truthfulness during the Nazi occupation, and the power of truthfulness and its impact on others.

Prof. Angela Knobel discusses the debate on being pro-life and feminist, analyzing the feminist motive argument on abortion regulations and exploring the intersection of feminism and abortion. The podcast touches on the burden argument in the abortion debate from a pro-life feminist perspective and explores the intersection of pro-life feminism with feminist principles.

Prof. Angela Knobel discusses the intersection of feminism and pro-life beliefs, exploring arguments like the Motive Argument and the Burden Argument. The podcast dives into whether a feminist can also be pro-life, challenging societal norms and perceptions of motherhood. It highlights the complexities of defining feminism and the importance of recognizing the unique burdens of pregnancy within the feminist framework.