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
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May 1, 2024 • 44min
Trinity, Mystery, and the Search for Understanding | Prof Karen Kilby
Prof Karen Kilby, The Bede Professor of Catholic Theology, discusses the intersection of faith and intellect, the complexity of the doctrine of the Trinity, and the importance of bold and innovative theological ideas. She emphasizes the significance of intellectual inquiry in deepening spiritual connections and creative pursuits.
Apr 30, 2024 • 32min
The Nature and Significance of Contemplation According to Thomas Aquinas | Prof. Rik Van Nieuwenhove
Prof. Rik Van Nieuwenhove discusses contemplation according to Thomas Aquinas, emphasizing truth pursuit over reasoning. Topics include human cognition, self-transcendence, education assumptions, love, friendship, and charity in Christian philosophy.
Apr 26, 2024 • 36min
Fighting over Jesus in the First Two Centuries of the Church | Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.
Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P. discusses the early Church's Christological debates, conflicts over Jesus, and the fight against heresies. He highlights the importance of preserving faith, unity, and truth in the face of challenges and distortions in the first two centuries.
Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 1min
Politics, Augustine and the City of God | Prof. Matthew Mehan & Prof. Chad Pecknold
Prof. Mehan & Prof. Pecknold discuss Augustine's contrast with Cicero on justice, faith, and providence, emphasizing the role of a transcendent standard in upholding Rome's justice. They explore free will, divine causation, and the priesthood in the City of God, highlighting Augustine's views on soul, property, and divine agency. The discussion also touches on Republicanism, providence, and tolerance for error in peaceful frameworks.
Apr 25, 2024 • 46min
The Reality of Angels And Demons | Fr. Raymund Snyder, OP
Fr. Raymund Snyder, OP, discusses the philosophical and theological aspects of angels and demons, including challenges in proving their existence and benefits of studying. He explores the nature and influence of angels, highlighting similarities and differences with humans, their impact on human actions, and the concept of guardian angels.
Apr 25, 2024 • 54min
Does God Exist? | Prof. Michael Gorman
Prof. Michael Gorman discusses using philosophy to understand God's existence, exploring Aquinas' arguments based on observations of the world. The chapter delves into the limits of philosophical reasoning in comprehending God and the relevance of Aquinas' views in modern times, emphasizing the concept of God's perfection and oneness.
Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Triune God: the Central Mystery of the Christian Faith (Part Two) | Fr. John Baptist Ku, OP
Fr. John Baptist Ku, OP, a Dominican priest, discusses the mystery of the Triune God in Christian faith. The podcast delves into various analogies to explain the relationships within the Trinity, explores the roles of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and emphasizes the unique relationship between the three persons. It also explores the significance of the Blessed Sacrament, the gifts of wisdom received from the Holy Spirit, and theological discussions on the divine essence in theology.
Apr 25, 2024 • 54min
The Triune God: the Central Mystery of the Christian Faith (Part One) | Fr. John Baptist Ku, OP
Fr. John Baptist Ku, OP discusses the mystery of the Triune God in Christianity, exploring Aquinas's perspective, importance of speculative theology, philosophical arguments for the Trinity, and the relationship between the Father, Son, and Spirit. Emphasizes charity as the foundation of virtues and the importance of trust in faith, hope, and love.
Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 20min
A Spiritual Lifeline: Why We Should Go to Confession | Fr. Dominic Langevin OP
Fr. Dominic Langevin OP, a Dominican friar, discusses the theology and process of confession, contrition, and justification in the Catholic faith. He explores the biblical foundation of the sacrament of penance, the communal nature of repentance, and the role of satisfaction in remitting temporal punishments. He also talks about the significance of intellectual decisions in seeking forgiveness and the misuse of confession for psychological counseling.
Apr 25, 2024 • 52min
Redemptive Love & Comic Mercy in Flannery O'Connor | Dr. Jennifer Frey & Fr. Thomas Joseph White
Dr. Jennifer Frey and Fr. Thomas Joseph White discuss redemptive love, grace, and comic mercy in Flannery O'Connor's stories. They explore Aquinas's concept of love, Catholic theology's distinctiveness, grace and faith, and themes of redemption and transformation in O'Connor's narratives.
