April 26, 2025 Postmodernism’s Impact on Culture and the Church: A Critical Analysis This paper critically examines postmodernism and its multifaceted impact on both society and the Church. Postmodernism is a philosophical and cultural movement that challenges universal grand narratives and objective standards, emphasizing pluralism and the subjectivity of truth Read more…
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…
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 8, 2025 Devotional: Embracing Inner Stillness in a Noisy World In our modern lives, noise surrounds us—from the hum of daily traffic and technology to the endless chatter that fills our schedules. Yet, as Psalm 46:10 (New International Version) beautifully reminds us, “Be still, and know that Read more…
Lesallan | April 6, 2025 The Role of Philosophy in Faith: Deepening Understanding of Christian Beliefs The relationship between philosophy and faith, particularly within the context of Christianity, has historically been one of deep interdependence. Each discipline contributes to and enriches the other in meaningful ways. Philosophy offers a vital Read more…