Metaphysics

Ralph McInerny is professor of philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. He is the author of many fiction and non-fiction books. His recent book, What Went Wrong with Vatican II, is a best seller and has drawn a great deal of media attention.

Course Number 019
6 lectures, approximately 1 hour each.

  1. Introduction -- The Metaphysics of Aristotle
  2. Presuppositions of Metaphysics -- Incorruptibility of Human Soul / Proof of Prime Mover
  3. The Subject Matter of Metaphysics
  4. The Scandal of Generality
  5. Substance and Essence
  6. From Finite to Infinite Being: The Nature of Existence / The Names of God

[N.B. The six links above lead to rough notes that Professor McInerny created in preparation for the recording of the video lectures.]

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