Intellectual Catholicism

Suan Sonna lectures on Pope Benedict's approach to biblical studies. 

Catholic theologian Matthew J. Ramage compares the approaches of Bart Ehrman and Pope Benedict XVI with respect to the study of Sacred Scripture. Along the way, Ramage discusses the Catholic Church's relationship to Biblical scholarship. 

Erick Ybarra and Daniel Vecchio debate about Pope Francis' comments in Singapore about world religions. 

Isaac Hess, an ex-Mormon convert to Catholicism, critiques the presenation of Mormon apologist Jacob Hansen on Pints with Aquinas. 

Philosopher Gregory Stacey addresses Protestant and Orthodox objections to purgatory from a philosophical-theological perspective. 

In this engaging discussion, Kipp Davis, an expert challenging biblical narratives, dives deep into the Conquest of Canaan. He reviews how archaeological methods evolved and reveals the complexities surrounding findings at sites like Khatzor, questioning their connection to the biblical accounts. Davis scrutinizes the historical origins of Moab and Edom, pushing against traditional dating of the conquest. He argues for a revised timeline, while also highlighting the implications of Egyptian dominance during this period. It's a thought-provoking examination of history versus scripture!

Kipp Davis, a biblical scholar known for his work on early Judaism and the Dead Sea Scrolls, delves into the complexities surrounding the Conquest of Canaan. He discusses moral dilemmas and the importance of respectful dialogue about sensitive biblical passages. The conversation highlights critical reading approaches, engaging with the historical context of Joshua, and examining the ethical intricacies of harem warfare and sacrificial offerings. Davis challenges modern interpretations of genocide within this framework, advocating for a nuanced understanding of ancient texts.

Catholic philosophers Tyler McNabb and Gregory Stacey philosophically scrutinize the confidence of certain Protestants in sola scriptura. 

Catholic philosopher Tyler McNabb addresses concerns over Pope Francis' comments in Singapore about whether all religions are paths to God. 

Catholic theologian Matthew Ramage and Suan Sonna tackle the reality and specifics of the dark passages of the Bible, bringing along St. Thomas Aquinas and Pope Benedict XVI as guides.