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
Feb 23, 2016 • 52min
The Wise Restraints that Make Men Free? Freedom, Morality, and the Law | Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, OP
Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, OP, discusses the contrast between classical views and modern ideologies of liberalism and libertarianism. He explores the relationship between law and freedom, emphasizing the importance of choosing the good repeatedly for true freedom. The discussion also touches on aligning diverse perspectives for the common good, exploring the interplay between freedom, fairness, and justice in society, and balancing individual choice with the guiding role of law.
Feb 2, 2016 • 51min
Who Am I To Judge? Politics and the Problem of Moral Relativism | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, OP discusses the Church's stance on moral judgments, the impact of relativism on culture and politics, the importance of critiquing cultural norms for the common good, aligning private beliefs with public actions, and the role of religious beliefs in shaping societal norms. He also explores Thomistic philosophy in American politics and upcoming lectures on Aquinas' ideas on beauty.
Dec 8, 2015 • 1h 11min
The Incarnate Lord: Controversies in Christology | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP discusses Controversies in Christology, exploring topics like the mystery of incarnation, Thomistic Christology creation process, metaphysics and theology in Christ's nature, humor and theology in seminaries, Christ's suffering on the cross, Prophet, Priest, King motifs in Christology, and irreversibility of damnation for angels and humans.
Dec 8, 2015 • 1h 5min
The Universal Mediation of Christ and Non-Christian Religions | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP, discusses the universal mediation of Christ and non-Christian religions. Topics include Aquinas' theology on grace, human religiosity, sacraments, salvation, truth in various traditions, and debates on universalism and restrictivism. The podcast explores the distinctions between natural and grace truths in diverse religions and the impact on Christology and theological debates.
Nov 16, 2015 • 49min
Aquinas on the Incarnation: Part 2 | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, a Dominican friar and theologian, explores Aquinas's views on the Incarnation, highlighting the unique nature of Christ's singular Incarnation and emphasizing its importance as the exclusive path to salvation. The podcast delves into the depths of God's mercy, the mystery of justice in Christianity, and the theological discussion on the persistence of evil post-Incarnation.
Nov 16, 2015 • 42min
Aquinas on the Incarnation: Part 1 | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP, discusses Aquinas' teachings on the Incarnation including why God took on human form, its role in salvation, and debates between Franciscans and Dominicans. The chapter also explores the mission of the Thomistic Institute to bring Catholic wisdom to secular universities.
Nov 10, 2015 • 31min
Faith, Reason, and Reasonable Belief: Part 2 | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, a Dominican friar and theologian, explores the relationship between faith, reason, and supernatural belief. He discusses the essence of the Christian life, emphasizing growth in faith, hope, and love, and the role of mystical experiences.
Oct 22, 2015 • 32min
Faith, Reason, and Reasonable Belief: Part 1 | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP
Fr. Dominic Legge, OP discusses faith, reason, and reasonable belief. Topics include the relationship between faith and reason, the Catholic perspective on faith and trust, deepening one's relationship with God through faith, and aligning human intellect with divine messages.
Oct 16, 2015 • 38min
Does Christology Still Have a Place for Christ's Infused Knowledge? | Fr. Simon Gaine, OP
Fr. Simon Gaine, OP discusses Christ's knowledge, exploring Aquinas's three forms of knowledge in Christ, Christ's infused knowledge and the beatific vision, Aquinas's perspective on beatific knowledge, and Christ's infused knowledge in his teaching mission.
Oct 16, 2015 • 38min
John 14:9 and Medieval Debates about the Science of Theology | Dr. R. Trent Pomplun
Dr. R. Trent Pomplun explores medieval debates on theology, focusing on John 14:9 and theological themes like universal secondary causality. He contrasts Duns Scotus's views with other theologians, discussing knowledge of God and the nature of theology as a scientific discipline. The podcast delves into Christ's teaching methods, mystical traditions, and diverse perspectives on Christ as an angelomorphic mediator.
