Lewis Ayres

Prof. Lewis Ayres discusses the shared views of popes Benedict and Francis on scripture, emphasizing Christianity's focus on the living Word. They explore modern biblical scholarship's impact on Catholic interpretation, the significance of Christ in scripture, and the importance of reading scripture for spiritual depth. The discussion also touches on Newman's perspective on scripture's complexity and depth.

Prof. Lewis Ayres discusses the post-Vatican II shift in Catholic biblical scholarship, the importance of Scripture in Catholic theology, and the evolving relationship between Scripture, tradition, and faith. The dialogue between Catholics and American evangelicals on scripture and tradition is explored, emphasizing mutual understanding.

Prof. Lewis Ayres discusses the theology of tradition and Dei Verbum, emphasizing the significance of Vatican II's constitution on divine revelation. They explore tradition within the Church, the sacramentality of the Church, the three-fold presence in Church history, doctrinal development in Christianity, and the role of philosophy in theological reflection.