History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps

Medieval philosophers explored the complexities of the Trinity, discussing sameness without identity and using analogies to explain the divine essence. They analyzed the rationality and mystery of the Trinity, debated the role of reason and revelation, and examined SCOTUS' controversial views on the divine essence and personal properties.

Exploring the challenges of rationalizing Christian doctrines, this engaging podcast delves into the Trinity and Eucharist as examples. Medieval thinkers and their approaches to these concepts are discussed, as well as the concept of formal distinction and debates regarding the nature of Eucharistic change. Aquinas' concept of accidents and the limits of human reason are also explored.

Martin Pickavé discusses voluntarism in Henry of Ghent, exploring different views on free will, the relationship between intellect and will, choosing between reasons, and the role of the will in decision making. The influence of Henry and Scottish philosophers in volunteerism and late 13th-century philosophical debates is also examined.

Explore the influential proposals of Henry of Ghent in the late 13th century, his stance on the relationship between theology and philosophy, the concept of proximate and ultimate causes, the role of certainty in religious truths, the placement of theology within a system, and Henry's view on the moral permissibility of self-preservation.

Medieval art expert Andreas Speer discusses the contexts of medieval art objects, including their original performative and interactive settings. The podcast explores the changes in art during the Renaissance and the relationship between creation and handmade artwork in the Middle Ages. Speer reflects on medieval aesthetics and its impact on contemporary art, emphasizing the importance of broadening perspectives when studying medieval aesthetics.

Exploring the courtly love poetry of Guillaume de Lorris and the philosophical ideas of Jean de Meun. An examination of 'The Romance of the Rose' and its entertaining nature. Exploring conflicting viewpoints on love expressed by different characters in the poem. Examining the lover's objection to reason's speech and uncovering the deeper meaning of the myth. Discussing the influence of philosophy on medieval literature.

Explore the historical development of grammar in the medieval education system and the challenges faced by grammarians. Discover the modists, a group of thinkers who believed in the universality of grammar and its relationship to our ways of thinking. Delve into the concept of multiple modes of being in language and their significance. Learn about Radolfis's moderate realism and its connection to language, concept, and reality.

Medieval philosophers explore the eternity of the universe and its implications for philosophy and Christian doctrine. The debate surrounding the eternity of the world and the existence of God is examined, along with views from Aristotle to Avicenna. The argument of Arasottal and the possibility of spontaneous generation are explored. Henry and Aquinas discuss their contrasting views on the eternity of the universe. Albert and Aquinas discuss the eternity of the heavens and the concept of true eternity.

Exploring the concept of double truth in Latin Averroism. The Averroists' belief in a single shared intellect among humans and Aquinas's critique of this theory. The relationship between philosophy, theology, and faith according to C.J. and Boethius of Dacia. The conflict between reason and faith in the medieval university and how Aquinas integrates theology into an Aristotelian framework.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of studying the history of philosophy and its impact on understanding philosophical concepts. They explore the influence of religious beliefs on philosophy throughout history and highlight underrated animals in the field. The podcast also dives into analyzing Buster Keaton films in relation to modernity and examining Plato's theory of forms. Other topics include medieval philosophy, lost works, and the contrasting perspectives of Plato and Aristotle on the nature of the human person.