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Aquinas is the great synthesizer of the natural law, but who exactly is he drawing from? Today, Dr. Randall Smith joins Ben Eriksen to discuss the various philosophers and theologians who influenced Aquinas’ thought. Dr. Smith argues that Aristotle did not greatly influence Aquinas conception of the natural law; instead, he believes that Cicero, Maimonides, and Philo of Alexandria were more pivotal. This enlightening conversation reveals the great depth of the natural law tradition and how we can contribute to this tradition in the modern era. 
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Kreeft’s “Summa of the Summa”: https://ignatius.com/summa-of-the-summa-sosp/?searchid=0&search_query=aquinas
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Rice’s “50 Questions on the Natural Law”: https://ignatius.com/50-questions-on-the-natural-law-fqnlp/?searchid=4017350&search_query=aquinas
Hill’s “After the Natural Law”: https://ignatius.com/after-the-natural-law-anlp/?searchid=4017350&search_query=aquinas

Read Dr. Randall Smith’s Artiles Here: https://www.thecatholicthing.org/author/randall-smith/
Listen to His Lecture at the De Nicola Center Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nStb4yj7pIg

Link to New Advent’s “Summa Theologiae”: https://www.newadvent.org/summa/

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0:00 Introduction
2:31 what is the natural law tradition
6:16 False Historicism
10:24 What is the natural law? 
16:02 Who Influenced Aquinas on the natural law? 
19:28 What is “Nature” in Natural Law? 
27:17 Maimonides
31:40 Laws Are Not an Exertion of God’s Will
35:14 How Can History Inform Us?

Who Influenced Aquinas’ Understanding of the Natural Law?

How did music shape our civilization, and how was music itself shaped by the Catholic Church? Susan Treacy, Professor of Music Emerita at Ave Maria University, discusses her new book "The Music of Christendom: A History" with Br. Elías Guadalupe Ford, OP.

Falling in love with the Music of Christendom

Sometimes with a warm hand, sometimes with a hot coal.

34: How God Calls Prophets

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

This powerful epic mini-series, shot on location in Spain, tells the story of one of the most amazing women in history, St. Teresa of Avila. With meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, outstanding production values, and an incredible performance by actress Concha Velasco as Teresa, this acclaimed major film production is the definitive film on the life of this great saint.
Teresa of Avila was called by God to reform and renew the Carmelite order, a daunting task. She was joined in this work by her great fellow Carmelite and spiritual director, St. John of the Cross. This film reveals the conversion that Teresa herself had to go through to deepen her own union with Christ as she endeavored to bring about that same deeper spiritual reform of her Carmelite order. It shows the tremendous opposition that she and John both faced from within and outside their order to bring about this much needed spiritual renewal. She and John of the Cross were both great mystics who combined the essential dimensions of a profound spiritual life with the very practical aspects of being completely dedicated to the human tasks necessary for such a reform.

St. Teresa of Avila – Episode 2: Accounts of Conscience (English subtitles)

Today about 6% of all children and teens are homeschooled, and Kolbe Academy has been at the forefront of this trend for 40 years.
 
Learn more about Kolbe Academy Here: <a href='http://www.kolbe.org'>www.kolbe.org</a>
 
Mary Rowles is the executive director of Kolbe Academy and today she joins Andrew Petiprin to discuss the history of homeschooling in America and the benefits of this education. She addresses many of the common criticisms of homeschooling such as the fear that the children will not receive the proper education or will not be properly socialized.
She also discusses Kolbe Academy which helps parents educate their children through a variety of resources and programs. Whether it be asynchronous learning or live online classes, Kolbe Academy has the resources for parents so that their children can flourish academically, spiritually, and interpersonally.
 
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Kolbe Academy: 40 Years of Homeschooling Experience w/ Mary Rowles

The Catholic priesthood comes to us from Jesus Christ. He is the High Priest, the mediator between God and man. Building on this pattern of priesthood from Old Testament times, Jesus chose twelve men to act in His place as priests of the new and everlasting covenant. This film explores the essential nature and theology of the sacred priesthood, the importance of a deep prayer life, the centrality of the Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, devotion to the Blessed Virgin, priestly fatherhood and celibacy, and the necessity of a missionary zeal. Commentary and insights are provided by numerous priests, as they reflect on their own calling and consider what it means to act &ldquo;In Persona Christi.&rdquo; Featuring Bishop Mark Davies, Fr. Hugh Allan, Fr. Marcus Holden, Fr. Andrew Pinsent, Fr. John Saward, Fr. Lawrence Lew, Fr. Paschal Uche, Fr. Behruz Raf'at, Fr. Toby Lees, and Fr. Matt Roche-Saunders.

In Persona Christi: The Catholic Priesthood

In this episode, Fr. Fessio discusses the forgiveness we receive at every Mass.

Why God Forgives Us at Mass

As we continue to pray for Pope Francis, we also begin to look forward to the upcoming conclave, and who better to join Mark Brumley than George Weigel, author of The Next Pope. In this episode, Mark and George reflect on the current state of the Church both in the United States and around the world. They discuss the continued needs of the New Evangelization and missionary discipleship as well as a list of issues the next pope needs to address in his upcoming papacy.
 
George Weigel’s “The Next Pope”: <a href='https://ignatius.com/the-next-pope-nph/?searchid=2143206'>https://ignatius.com/the-next-pope-nph/?searchid=2143206</a>
Pope Francis Memoriam Page: <a href='https://ignatius.com/pope-francis/'>https://ignatius.com/pope-francis/</a>
 
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George Weigel: The State of the Church and the Next Pope

A surprise box office hit in movie theaters, this powerful film from Spain presents the compelling testimonies of five men and women with unique stories of how their lives were completely transformed by experiencing the True Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The DVD includes the same bonus extra shown in theaters, &ldquo;A Conversation About the Power of the Eucharist,&rdquo; featuring Bishop Andrew Cozzens, Sister Nancy Usselmann, FSP, Fr. Julian Harris, and Fr. Alex Vargas.

Alive: The Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist (Spanish)

In this episode, Fr. Fessio discusses the forgiveness we receive at every Mass.