Visionaries: Aquinas' reconciling of religion and reason

Andrew Davison joins the GodPod hosts to assess the saint's impact on modern thought

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Join hosts Graham Tomlin and Michael Lloyd as they explore Aquinas' reconciliation of religion with reason, his fearless intellectual curiosity, and his enduring influence on theology, philosophy, and beyond.

With insights from Professor Andrew Davison, discover how Aquinas' legacy continues to shape our understanding of faith, reason, and the world today. Tune in for a journey through history that reveals the timeless relevance of Aquinas' ideas

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