Intellectual Catholicism

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. 

Suan and Gideon discuss the relationship between the literal sense of scripture, the human and divine authorial intent, and Catholic doctrine. They closely discuss the issue of slavery in the Bible, clarifying and assessing Suan's position. 

Suan discusses a possible theological reading of scripture that explains why God allowed for slavery passages in the Bible. Rather than denying that slavery is intrinsically evil or affirming that the Bible is errant, Suan finds a different avenue using resources only available to a Roman Catholic theologian. 

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP explains how exactly Catholics venerate the blessed Virgin Mary without falling down the slippery slopes Protestants fear. 

Thomas Farrar continues his case against Edward Fudge's arguments for annihilationism. Last time he covered the Hebrew Bible and Second Temple literature. He now addresses the conception of hell in the New Testament.