Lesallan | April 26, 2025 Evaluating Aquinas’ Two Guides to Ethics: Virtues and Laws Aquinas’ ethical framework is predicated on two intertwined pillars: virtues and laws. He posits that a comprehensive ethical system integrates the cultivation of character, achieved through virtues, with the structuring of human society, facilitated by laws. Read more…
Lesallan | April 17, 2025 A Final Whisper to the Divine Heavenly Creator, in the midst of life’s ceaseless turmoil, we turn our hearts toward You, seeking the gentle embrace of Your stillness. Let Your divine presence quiet the clamor of our minds and calm the restless waves of our Read more…
Lesallan | April 17, 2025 Existence and Nature of God: A Metaphysical Inquiry The discourse surrounding the existence of God and the nature of divine attributes, such as omnipotence and omniscience, has consistently served as a foundational element in metaphysical exploration. Philosophers and theologians have historically engaged with a variety Read more…
Lesallan | April 17, 2025 A Journey of Divine Guidance – A Journey Through Life There are moments in life when the presence of the Holy Spirit feels so close and undeniable that it becomes impossible to ignore. These moments shape, challenge, and invite us into a deeper understanding of Read more…
Lesallan | April 15, 2025 Cosmos Discussion: Metaphysics in Lesallan’s Worldview The pursuit of comprehending the fundamental essence of the cosmos, a task that has historically captivated both philosophers and theologians, is a journey that can inspire awe and wonder. In Nash’s “Life’s Ultimate Questions” (1999), we are invited to Read more…
Naturalism, Dualism, and Theistic Metaphysics: A Comprehensive Inquiry into Ultimate Reality Naturalism posits that only the material world exists, with all phenomena—including human rationality and morality—deriving solely from physical processes (Nash, 1999). On its own, this view champions the observable, empirical world as the sole bearer of reality. However, critics Read more…
Lesallan | April 15, 2025 A Divine Invitation: Reflections from the Heart Imagine being invited to stand before a gathering of inquisitive minds in a place like Athens—a city steeped in legacy, where philosophers once debated nature, life, and the divine. If I, Lesallan, had received such an invitation, I Read more…
Aristotle, Virtue, and the Christian Journey: Integrating Ancient Wisdom with Modern Life Lesallan | April 14, 2025 In our ever-changing world—where the relentless pursuit of wealth and self-interest often overshadows the nurturing of our inner lives—ancient wisdom remains a steadfast beacon. With its timeless observations on human virtue, Aristotle’s Read more…
Lesallan | April 12, 2025 Foundations of a Personal Worldview: An Integrative Perspective A worldview is more than a collection of opinions; it is an intricate framework of beliefs that shapes how we interpret reality, make decisions, and respond to life’s ultimate questions. Every person—consciously or not—operates out of a Read more…
April 12, 2025 Thought Journal #1 Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University PHL2000 Introduction to Philosophy (ONL25SP3) Dr, Trent Lambert April 12, 2025 Thought Journal #1 Reflecting on this week’s intellectual journey has been both exhilarating and demanding. As I engaged deeply with each discussion forum and reading, I experienced a Read more…