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Grant project kickstarts new field of study: experimental philosophy of religion
The John Templeton Foundation in September 2021 granted the “Launching Experimental Philosophy of Religion” grant to Professor Ian Church. Read more
Catholic scholars sign essay on advancing culture that puts ‘life at the center’
Nearly 30 prominent Catholic scholars have signed on to an essay calling for advancing “a Catholic vision of the human... Read more
Pope Francis publishes apostolic letter on Blaise Pascal
Pope Francis published an apostolic letter on Monday praising the 17th-century mathematician Blaise Pascal as “a tireless seeker of truth.” Read more
Alasdair MacIntyre: True friendships are rare, but possible
For Aristotle, the definition of perfect friendship was so narrow that precious few could achieve it. Read more
No monkey business: Chimps don’t have human rights, philosophers say
After a New York judge said that courts must seriously consider whether animals deserve some legal protections afforded to people,... Read more
Big honors for scholar who revitalized Christian philosophy
Philosopher Alvin Plantinga has won the prestigious Templeton Award for once again making belief in God “a serious option within... Read more
Revelation helps answer reason's questions, priest scholar says
In a new work exploring the connection between revelation and political philosophy, Fr. James Schall argues that revelation is an... Read more
Women uniquely understand 'truth of man,' philosopher says
In light of Pope Francis’ call for a deeper theology of women, a leading Italian philosopher spoke of the importance... Read more
