Fr. John Sica, O.P.
Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Providence College and Dominican priest; lecture presenter for the Thomistic Institute on Aristotelian and Thomistic accounts of virtue and habit, arguing virtues are habituated dispositions that perfect human nature.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 33min
Are the Virtues Natural? – Fr. John Sica, O.P.
Fr. John Sica, O.P. is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Providence College and a Dominican priest. He delves into whether virtues are natural or learned, drawing on Aristotle and Aquinas. Sica argues that virtues aren't innate but can be cultivated through habituation and moral training. He likens learning virtues to mastering penmanship, emphasizing that these character qualities become a 'second nature.' The discussion illuminates how habits can perfect our inherent powers, guiding us toward our true potential.
