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 6, 2018 • 1h 5min
Defending the Common Good: Mercy and Punishment, from Stoicism to Christianity | Sarah Byers
Sarah Byers, an expert on Stoicism and Christianity, discusses the historical context of punishment in ancient Rome, contrasting Stoic and Christian views on compassion and punishment. The conversation covers tombstone inscriptions, philosophical perspectives on death and punishment, and explores the death penalty through historical and philosophical lenses. Augustine's revisions to Aristotelian taxonomy of virtues, especially emphasizing compassion as a virtue in the action category, are highlighted.
Nov 5, 2018 • 1h 1min
Faith, Natural Law And The Common Good | J.Budziszewski
J.Budziszewski discusses natural law, faith, and the common good. Topics include the contrast between Aristotle's city and classical liberalism, the transformative power of grace in relationships, the significance of natural law in public discourse, the concept of evil as a disorder in truth perception, and the challenges for lawyers applying natural law in modern society.
Nov 2, 2018 • 53min
Shakespeare, the Book of Sir Thomas More, and the Common Good | Prof. Gerard Wegemer
Prof. Gerard Wegemer discusses Shakespeare's emphasis on the common good, analyzing themes of tyranny, justice, and virtue in his works. The podcast explores the significance of sacrificing personal gains for communal welfare through Shakespeare's diverse characters and historical contexts.
Nov 1, 2018 • 58min
From the Common Good to Public Order (and Back)| Gladden Pappin
Political philosophy expert Gladden Pappin discusses the concept of public order and its relation to the common good and religion. The podcast explores the historical evolution of ecclesiastical jurisdiction, the shift from freedom of religion to freedom of worship, and the challenges of disciplining priests within the church.
Oct 31, 2018 • 1h 2min
Purgatory - Good News for Most of Us | Prof. Michael Root
Prof. Michael Root discusses the historical development of purgatory in Catholicism, its role in spiritual growth, and how it differs between Protestant and Catholic perspectives. The concept of transformation, purification, indulgences, and prayers for the deceased are explored as ways to attain a perfect union with Christ through purgatory.
Oct 30, 2018 • 53min
Hobbits & Humility: Catholicism, Christology and the Lord of the Rings | Paige Hochschild
Expert Paige Hochschild discusses Catholicism, Christology, and the Lord of the Rings, exploring Tolkien's motivation for writing, his philosophy on history and storytelling, narrative truth, geographical connections in Middle Earth, and character analysis of Gandalf.
Oct 29, 2018 • 1h 8min
Wisdom in the Face of Modernity: Is Faith Reasonable? | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, OP discusses faith and reason in modern times. Topics include misconceptions about Christian faith, perspectives from medieval to modern times, the quest for wisdom in education, and the interface between intellect and love for God.
Oct 29, 2018 • 1h 50min
Supersessionism in Jewish-Christian Relations| Rabbi David Novak & Fr. Thomas Joseph White OP
Rabbi David Novak & Fr. Thomas Joseph White OP discuss Supersessionism, Torah's universality, and history of Jewish-Christian relations. They explore Catholic views on the Messiah, navigating Jewish and Christian practices, and interpretations of Dispensationalism and Zionism.
Oct 26, 2018 • 1h 18min
An Introduction to the Trinity and to the Mystery of Jesus Christ | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, OP, expert in Christian theology, discusses the significance of the Trinity and Jesus Christ in Christian faith. Topics include understanding the Holy Trinity, revelations of Jesus Christ, significance of God's name in the Old Testament, exploration of Jesus in Philippians, and the mystery of the Trinity and Christ's nature.
Oct 26, 2018 • 35min
Purifying the Clergy After the Scandals of 2018 | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, OP discusses purifying the clergy post-2018 scandals, emphasizing the need for higher moral standards. He explores the impact of unchastity on sacraments, advocates for accountability measures like lay review boards, and highlights personal responsibility in striving for holiness within the Church.
