Fr. Raymund Snyder OP

Fr. Raymund Snyder OP discusses the unique place of the human person in creation, exploring topics such as human nature complexities, the intersection of physical and spiritual realms, hylomorphism, and the cognitive capacities of humans compared to animals.

Fr. Raymund Snyder OP, a Dominican priest specializing in Thomistic theology, discusses Cornelio Fabro's perspective on Aquinas's proofs for God's existence. They explore errors in understanding these proofs, Vatican I's teachings, and historical papal documents. The chapter delves into Fabro's analysis through the principle of causality, addressing objections by Hume and Kant, and emphasizing the importance of philosophical reflections starting from this principle.

Fr. Raymund Snyder OP, a Dominican priest, delves into the rationality of belief in God by exploring the relationship between reasoning and rationality, debunking misconceptions about Aquinas' proofs for God's existence, and discussing the harmonious relationship between faith and reason.

Fr. Raymund Snyder OP discusses the challenges of discussing God, emphasizing the Catholic view of knowing God through reason alone. The podcast explores the depth of proofs for God's existence and the relationship between faith and reason. It also delves into the necessity of incorporating faith with reason to comprehend God and discusses divine wisdom and faith in understanding God.

Fr. Raymund Snyder OP, a Dominican Friar, discusses Aquinas's adaptation of the Neoplatonic triad of Being, Life, and Intellect. The podcast explores how Aquinas integrated the triad into his philosophical framework, touching on separate substances, God's nature, and the universe's perfection. It also delves into Aquinas's analysis of participation, life, intelligence, and the hierarchy of being, examining various influences and implications.