<p>This lecture was given on April 27th, 2023, at Saint Louis University.
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Speaker Bio:
Joshua Hochschild is Professor of Philosophy and Director of Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Mount St. Mary’s University, where he also served six years as th ... Show More
Nov 21
Mariology 101: Part 1 – Fr. James Brent, O.P.
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37m 40s
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41m 24s
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Professor Paul Woodruff on Philosophy, War and Justice
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Mysticism in Ancient Greece?
<p>Delve into the enigmatic practices, sacred rituals, and esoteric beliefs that shaped the spiritual & philosophical landscape of the ancient Hellenic world. From the Eleusinian Mysteries to the Oracle at Delphi, Pythagoreans and the writings of Plato, join us as we unravel ... Show More
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#45 Graham Oppy - Atheism Requires Justification Too
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Lost Ancient Wisdom, Consciousness, Carl Jung & Plato | Bruce MacLennan, PhD | Mind Meld 361
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Dr. Bruce MacLennan enters the mind meld!
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In this brain-melting transmission, we talk consciousness, the link between Carl Jung and hidden ancient wisdom, platonism, why the platonic realm of f ... Show More
2h 31m