History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps

This podcast discusses the condemnations at Paris in the 1260s, exploring the clash between theologians and philosophers, the condemnation of certain propositions, the differing viewpoints on the nature of angels, and the unintended consequences of the condemnations on the rise of modern science.

Aquinas' relationship to Aristotle and his theory of knowledge, his interpretation of Aristotle's empiricist view, the process of abstracting universal concepts, Aquinas' views on demonstration and knowledge, theology as a science

Medieval just war theory and its justification of violence. The role of the Pope in declaring war. Aquinas' three criteria for justified wars. Aquinas' doctrine of double effect in self-defense.

Explore the impact of Magna Carta on due process and medieval views of kings as the source of law. Investigate the development and interpretation of law in medieval times, including the authority of the prince and the power of the pope. Dive into Aquinas' treatment of law, discussing natural law, divine law, and human law. Delve into changing laws, true rulers, and Aquinas' views on politics and natural law. Examine the concept of natural law and the medieval perspective on violence and warfare.

Exploring the beliefs of medieval thinkers on pagan virtue, the role of God in achieving virtue, the scholastic position on virtue acquisition, Albert the Great's theory of virtue and happiness, and Aquinas' perspective on natural virtue and divine infusion.

Aquinas' teachings on soul, knowledge, and human nature, his clash with the Latin Averroists, emergence as an influential thinker, rejection of multiple forms of the soul, importance of bodily resurrection, non-human animals' inability to think, importance of God in human knowledge.

An introduction to Thomas Aquinas, his views on faith and reason, his famous 'five ways' of proving God's existence, his life, achievements, and controversies, his integration of different perspectives in philosophy and theology, the services of philosophy to religion, and an analysis of Aquinas' arguments for the existence of God.

Therese Cory, a philosopher specialized in the thoughts of Albert the Great and Thomas Aquinas, discusses self-awareness in medieval philosophy. The podcast explores the concept of self-awareness and its challenges, including understanding motivations and emotions. It also delves into Augustine's perspective on the paradox of self-awareness and explores the origins of self-awareness in medieval philosophy. The podcast compares the ideas of Avicenna, Albert, and Aquinas on self-awareness and highlights the differences between Aquinas and Albert's views on super conscious self-awareness and empiricism.

The podcast discusses Albert the Great's metaphysics and his theory of being. It explores his interpretation of the Book of Causes and his belief that it was written by a Jewish author. The episode also examines the role of causal factors in explaining the existence of created things and the theological controversy surrounding seeing God in the afterlife. Lastly, it delves into Albert the Great's views on perceiving God and the concept of a 'light of glory'.

Explore the life and intellectual pursuits of Albert the Great, a philosopher with a close working relationship with Aristotle. Discover his interest in the animal world and his reputation as the Universal Doctor. Learn about his belief in astrological influences, deformed births, and shifting seas. Also, explore his theories on natural philosophy, including the formation of minerals and the magical beliefs surrounding them. Finally, dive into Albert the Great's contributions to zoology and his philosophical considerations of human nature, discussing his views on the soul, matter and form, the power of intellect, and God's role in creation.