Course Listening for Lesson 21 - "Analogy"

Course Listening for Lesson 1 - "Thomas Aquinas: Saint and Scholar"

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, Rector Magnificus of the Pontifical University of St. Thomas in Rome, delves into the transformative power of grace in our lives. He discusses how grace heals our wounded nature and fosters a deeper relationship with God. Exploring the balance between sin and grace, he warns against presumption in confession and highlights the psychological complexities involved. Fr. White emphasizes the importance of a sacramental life in spiritual growth, illustrating that the journey is non-linear and requires continuous divine support.

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., the rector of the Angelicum and a noted author in Catholic theology, explores the interplay between faith and reason. He discusses how Christianity engages with modern skepticism and the necessity of defending beliefs articulately. The conversation delves into the rational credibility of Christian doctrine, particularly the Trinity, and how human experiences of beauty and morality point towards God’s existence. Fr. White also shares insights on the significance of philosophical dialogue and the role of institutions like the Thomistic Institute.

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. and Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P. discuss the rationality of Christian belief, including topics like atheism, divine revelation, arguments for God's existence, Trinitarian belief, Nietzsche, scientific naturalism, human transcendence, and engaging with atheistic arguments.

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P. discusses Aquinas' view on morality, happiness, and prudence. They explore the pursuit of common goods, shared life with God, and balancing moral wisdom in pandemic decisions. The podcast delves into human purpose, final pursuits, and navigating political ideologies in society

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., a theologian and Dominican priest, discusses the moral implications of God's actions in the Old Testament, contrasting divine justice with ancient rulers' power. He explores Aquinas' views on law, virtue, and the transition to New Testament grace, emphasizing the importance of understanding God's actions as revealing justice and mercy.

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., an expert in theology, discusses whether the human person is naturally religious. Topics include human sacrifice in ancient civilizations, Kant's theoretical agnosticism towards God, and Freud, Nietzsche, and Marx's views on religion. The podcast also explores Aquinas' perspective on the virtue of religion, natural theology, corrupted religious urges in modern culture, and the shift towards a more secular worldview.

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., discusses the Trinitarian consciousness of Christ, exploring his human self-awareness in cultural context and divine unity with the Father and Holy Spirit. The conversation delves into Christ's unique sonship claims, depiction in the Gospels, and the debates surrounding the number of consciousnesses Christ may possess. It also explores the significance of Jesus' miracles in uncovering his divine nature and the importance of maintaining a coherent philosophical position in theological discourse.

Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., explores how idioms are attributed to Jesus in relation to his humanity and divinity, delves into Pope Leo the Great's interpretations of Christ's nature, discusses the coexistence of divine and human natures in Christ without confusion, reflects on Christ's self-awareness and knowledge, and challenges the traditional Catholic belief on whether Jesus believed he was God through revelation.