Fr. Cajetan Cuddy
Priest of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph and general editor of the Thomist Tradition Series. He is also co-author of Thomas and the Thomists: The Achievement of St. Thomas Aquinas and His Interpreters.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 43min
Thomas Aquinas on Charity I Fr. Cajetan Cuddy, O.P.
Fr. Cajetan Cuddy, a Dominican priest and scholar, dives into the depths of charity, the highest theological virtue according to St. Thomas Aquinas. He connects Aquinas's thoughts on charity to contemporary issues like just war theory and moral order. Exploring the Summa Theologiae, Fr. Cuddy highlights how charity underpins Christian ethics and influences societal harmony. His insights into the relationship between divine friendship and moral virtue illustrate Aquinas's lasting impact on philosophy and theology.
Oct 14, 2024 • 44min
Thomas Aquinas on Peace: Part One | Fr. Cajetan Cuddy, O.P.
Fr. Cajetan Cuddy, a Dominican priest and expert in Thomas Aquinas, dives deep into Aquinas's insights on peace. He explains how war, despite its destructive nature, often stems from a misguided pursuit of peace. The discussion unveils the conflict between immediate desires and rational principles, stressing the need for charity to achieve true peace. Fr. Cuddy highlights the essential interplay of justice and peace, revealing how moral virtues nurture harmony in human relationships. It's a thought-provoking exploration of Aquinas's timeless philosophies.
