Philosophy of Thomas Aquinas

3 credits

Through a textual analysis of St. Thomas Aquinas's major philosophical work the Summa Contra Gentiles, this course will consider the existence of God, his nature and his relation to both the spiritual and the material aspects of reality. The overarching concern is to come to some understanding of the relationship between faith and reason. ***Prerequisite: One 200-Level PHIL course, or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of PHIL 310AN or PHIL 410AN.*