Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P.

Fr. Dominic Legge, a Dominican scholar and President at the Pontifical Faculty, dives into the crisis facing the Catholic Church by straying from Aquinas' teachings. He discusses the growth of student-led Dominican clubs that revitalize faith on campuses. The talk also reflects on the pursuit of true happiness through Aquinas’ lens, the importance of humility in spiritual life, and the interplay of grace and virtue. Lastly, Fr. Legge emphasizes the value of communal worship and the need for theological education, linking Aquinas’ philosophy to modern life.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P., serves as the Director of the Thomistic Institute and is a recognized scholar in Systematic Theology. In this engaging conversation, he delves into the complex concept of the hypostatic union, explaining how Christ embodies both divine and human natures. Legge also addresses various Christological heresies, emphasizing the importance of Aquinas's interpretations for maintaining Christian doctrine. His insights clarify the intricate relationship between Christ’s natures and the ramifications of misunderstandings in theology.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P. is the Director of the Thomistic Institute and a seasoned theologian with an impressive background in law and philosophy. He dives into the essence of goodness and happiness through Thomistic wisdom, emphasizing virtues and the divine relationship. The discussion also touches on how God's grace shapes human nature, contrasting divine goodness with human perceptions. Legge highlights the transformative power of unconditional love, illustrating how true goodness goes beyond mere subjective desires.

Fr. Dominic Legge discusses St. Thomas Aquinas' Eucharistic poetry, delving into symbolism, theological virtues, and the transformative power of encountering God in the Eucharist. Topics include transubstantiation, Adoro Te Devote prayer, symbolism of the pelican, and the thirst for divine glory.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P. discusses grace, justification, and sanctification in Catholic teaching, comparing them to Protestant perspectives. He delves into the movement of the will during justification and the effects of sin on human freedom. The podcast also explores the consequences of sin and the importance of seeking God amidst lower desires.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P. discusses the various types of grace in Christian theology, exploring sanctifying and charismatic graces. He delves into the philosophy of desires and will, highlighting the transformative power of grace in aligning individuals with what is truly good. Additionally, he explores the distinction between sanctifying grace enabling individuals to know and love God, and actual graces leading individuals to actively love and know God while retaining their freedom.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P. discusses the Eucharist, Last Supper's significance, Saint Ignatius of Antioch's emphasis on Eucharist's importance, Irenaeus's opposition to Gnostics, and Thomas Aquinas' insights on Eucharist leading to resurrection.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P., Director of the Thomistic Institute, discusses what makes a law good and explores Thomas Aquinas' perspective on goodness. The podcast explores different perspectives on the nature of law, Aquinas' definition of law for the common good, and the importance of creating laws that promote goodness in communities.

Fr. Dominic Legge discusses the relationship between justice, law, and the concept of good. He explores Aquinas' sappiential approach, the metaphysical grounding of moral discourse, and understanding the common good. He also discusses the hierarchical ordering of loves and reformulating claims to subjective rights in terms of justice and the common good.

Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P. discusses prayer, study, and the mind's ascent to God in Christianity. Topics include contrasting Christian beliefs with other religions, the goal of human existence, communion with God, Christ's divine power, the ascent to God through knowledge, and the spiritual journey through prayer and study according to Aquinas.