The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute exists to promote Catholic truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation of Christians at universities, in the Church, and in the wider public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, is our touchstone.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Nov 30, 2016 • 1h
Introduction to Metaphysics Part Three: Philosophy as Wisdom | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP, a Dominican friar and theology professor, discusses Aquinas' philosophy as wisdom, metaphysical knowledge, causal powers, analogy and causation in reality. He explores Aquinas' views on the hierarchy of being, immaterial soul, and philosophical understanding of animal sight, emphasizing the integration of metaphysics with scientific perspectives.
Nov 30, 2016 • 49min
Introduction to Metaphysics Part One: Form and Matter; Substance and Accidents | Fr. T.J. White
Fr. T.J. White, a theologian specializing in metaphysics, discusses Thomas Aquinas' metaphysics. Topics include form and matter, substance and accidents, principles as constitutive causes, and the distinction between ontological structure and intellectual understanding. The podcast explores formal nature, the enduring influence of form in determining reality, and the role of form and matter in natural realities over time. It also delves into substance, properties, and the concept of substance as an individual with defined nature.
Nov 24, 2016 • 1h 4min
What Is Politics About Anyway? Aquinas on the Common Good | Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, OP
Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, OP, discusses Aquinas' views on politics, emphasizing the common good over personal interests. He explores the historical perspectives on the common good, contrasting it with individual goods. The podcast touches on Aquinas' take on the Syrian refugee crisis and the implications of prioritizing personal gains over the community's welfare.
Nov 11, 2016 • 25min
The City of God and the Virtue of Hope | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, OP, discusses Augustine's city of God, highlighting the virtues of hope and humility. He explores hope in politics, cultural disenfranchisement, and the importance of spiritual hope amidst personal struggles. The podcast delves into God's unconditional love, the vice of Achadia, and how hope serves as its antidote.
Nov 10, 2016 • 1h 25min
Masters, Parasites, or Gardeners? Thomistic Reflections on Environmental Ethics | Prof. Therese Cory
Prof. Therese Cory, an environmental ethics expert, dives into Thomistic reflections on environmental ethics. Topics include viewing nature as raw material or inherently perfect, Aquinas' perspectives on human relationship with nature, interspecies violence, human art as sub-creators, doctors and gardeners' interactions with nature, contrasting views on environmental ethics, and alignment with fulfilling the divine plan.
Nov 9, 2016 • 58min
Reason, Faith and Incarnation in Irenaeus | Fr. Khaled Anatolios
Fr. Khaled Anatolios, expert in early Christian theology, discusses reason, faith, and incarnation in Irenaeus' theology. They explore the contrast between Gnostic beliefs lacking evidence and Catholic faith grounded in rationality and testimony. The importance of divine transcendence, God's engagement with creation, and the synthesis of faith and reason within a Trinitarian framework are highlighted. Irenaeus' emphasis on testimony for rationality, clarity within the Catholic Church, and parallels to other scholars' ideas are also explored.
Nov 9, 2016 • 54min
Unity, Truth and Goodness in the Early Franciscan Intellectual Tradition | Prof. Boyd T. Coolman
Prof. Boyd T. Coolman discusses the Early Franciscan Intellectual Tradition, highlighting the shift from voluntarism to a God connected to truth and goodness. They explore the addition of truth and goodness in medieval philosophy, intentional vs. extensional language through Philip the Chancellor's work, and the analysis of transcendental properties in the Franciscan tradition. The podcast dives into the intellectual history of the early Franciscan tradition, touching on debates on 'the first intelligible' and the interconnectedness of unity, truth, and goodness.
Nov 9, 2016 • 1h 10min
The Flesh of the Logos: Reflections on Faith and Reason | Prof. Bruce Marshall
Prof. Bruce Marshall discusses reconciling faith and reason, emphasizing God as the Logos. He challenges scientific naturalism's limitations, advocates for a broader scope of reason, and explores harmonizing faith and reason in understanding nature. The importance of embodying Christ, maintaining Catholic identity in academia, and discussing human dignity in the age of AI are also highlighted.
Nov 3, 2016 • 1h 25min
Understanding the Christian Idea of Redemption | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP, discusses Christian redemption theories, challenges to religious pluralism, and contrasts Aquinas with Calvin on atonement. The podcast explores the significance of Christ's sacrifice, Orthodox views on fall and redemption, and the impact of the Incarnation on understanding God's work.
Oct 29, 2016 • 50min
Cultivating a Truthful Soul | Prof. Angela Knobel
Prof. Angela Knobel discusses the importance of cultivating a truthful soul, emphasizing the commitment to truth in leading a virtuous life. She explores the distinction between true and pseudo philosophy, highlighting the pursuit of truth over personal desires. The conversation delves into the consequences of distorting reality and the significance of seeking truth and virtue in philosophy. Knobel uses examples to showcase how individuals can strive for virtue despite holding distorted views, stressing the importance of openness to truth.
