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.
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Jan 9, 2024 • 35min
Aquinas on Friendship with God | Professor Adam Eitel
Professor Adam Eitel, specializing in Thomas Aquinas, explores the concept of love, highlighting the distinction between friendship love and love of concupiscence. The podcast also delves into the nature of true friendship, its connection to God, and how it moves individuals beyond their comfort zone. They discuss Thomas' concept of zeal and the transformative power of recognizing the image of God in others.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 40min
Aquinas on Friendship | Professor Adam Eitel
Professor Adam Eitel, a specialist in medieval scholasticism, discusses Aquinas' view on friendship. He explores the nature and significance of friendship, Thomas Aquinas' concept of goodwill and love, the importance of communication in friendship, different types of friendships according to Aquinas, and the connection between true friendship and the Christian life.
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Jan 5, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Good Life: Tips from Aquinas | Father Alan O'Sullivan, O.P.
Father Alan O'Sullivan, O.P., Chaplain of Trinity College, Dublin, discusses the roots of the good life, the role of virtue and aesthetics, understanding temperaments, habitus and excellence, the importance of virtue and the moral life, the power of charity and virtuous friendships, and friendship and virtuous living.
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Jan 4, 2024 • 49min
The Gift of Fear | Professor Adam Eitel
Professor Adam Eitel discusses the relationship between humility and fear of God in Thomas's understanding, the concept of fear in relation to humility, the connection between humility and temperance, the concept of reverence and its connection to fear, fear as a gift of the Holy Spirit, and Job's moral transformation upon encountering God's majesty.
Jan 3, 2024 • 45min
Humility & Pride | Professor Adam Eitel
Professor Adam Eitel discusses the virtue of humility and its connection to fear. He explores the concept of having fragments of truth about ourselves and the importance of gathering those fragments to find clarity and understanding. The podcast also delves into St. Thomas Aquinas' perspective on Holy Scripture, emphasizing the value of God speaking inwardly to individuals. Other topics include discovering our true identity, understanding the complexity of pride, and the role of pride in distorting our perception of ourselves.
Jan 2, 2024 • 40min
The Priest as Sinner in the Thought of Augustine | Father Robert Dodaro, O.S.A.
Father Robert Dodaro, O.S.A., President of the Patristic Institute in Rome, discusses the Donatist controversy and the Catholic perspective on the sacraments. He explores the relationship between prayer and purity of conscience, criticizes the Donatist belief in sinless priests, and emphasizes the impact of scandalous behavior by Catholic clergy on the faith of Catholics.
Jan 1, 2024 • 54min
Dumb Ox to Angelic Doctor: The Life and Works of St. Thomas Aquinas | Father Conor McDonough, O.P.
Father Conor McDonough, O.P., a Dominican friar, discusses the life and works of St. Thomas Aquinas. They explore topics such as his dedication to the Catholic faith, the intellectual landscape of his time, the influence of Dominicans friars in his life, and his role in defending and understanding the Catholic faith.
Dec 29, 2023 • 45min
Leaving Loneliness, Building Friendship, and Fostering Human Flourishing | Professor Scott Cleveland
Prof. Scott Cleveland discusses the importance of pursuing human flourishing and building good friendships. He explores Aristotle's concept of the final end and the limitations of sensory pleasure. The podcast delves into different views of friendship and the good life, emphasizing the importance of virtues and true fulfillment. It also discusses spiritual apathy, the destructive nature of envy, and ways to foster charity and cultivate friendship.
Dec 28, 2023 • 45min
Recover Your Faith with C.S. Lewis & St. Thomas w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. & Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. and Prof. Michael Dauphinais discuss how C.S. Lewis and St. Thomas Aquinas can help recover faith. They explore Lewis' influence, his approach to explaining Christian doctrine, and his impact on teaching and preaching. They also discuss the importance of Christ's redemption and providence, as well as the themes of recovered childhood and the power of friendship in Lewis' works.
Dec 28, 2023 • 45min
Balderdash: What It Is, Why We Tolerate It, and How We Can Reduce It | Sister Anna Wray, O.P.
Sister Anna Wray, a Dominican Sister with a PhD in philosophy, discusses the concept of Balderdash and its prevalence in society. She explores the challenge of understanding the true meaning of words and phrases, emphasizes the importance of genuine questions and supportive friends, and explores the pursuit of clarity in thinking and speaking. She also discusses how St. Thomas regarded the Holy Spirit as his friend and the impact of speaking clearly in contemplation of God.
