Listen to From Aristotle to Thomas Aquinas: Natural Law, Practical Knowledge, and the Person by Fulvio Di Blasi
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
Saint Thomas Aquinas is an Aristotelian (few scholars would question that) and he is the most important author in the entire history of natural law theory. Yet, there is no natural law theory in Aristotle. Even the concept of person, which is so important in Aquinas’ ethics, seems to be foreign to Aristotle’s culture and thought. How can Aquinas’ ethics be said Aristotelian? How can his natural law theory? In From Aristotle to Thomas Aquinas: Natural Law, Practical Knowledge, and the Person, Fulvio Di Blasi argues that Aquinas’ concept of natural law, his personalism and his overall approach to moral theory are deeply rooted in the very heart of Aristotle’s ethics: in his concepts of practical knowledge, proairesis (moral choice), and practical syllogism, as well as in his account of the moral agency, the ultimate end and human social nature. Di Blasi goes as far as to connect Aquinas’ definition of natural law to Aristotle’s concept of proairesis.From Aristotle to Thomas Aquinas develops a line of thought that was already sketched in Di Blasi’s previous book, God and the Natural Law. Di Blasi engages several authors and critics, including John Finnis, Martin Rhonheimer, Germain Grisez, and Robert George. The first part of the book relates to metaphysics, the concept of good and the concept of practical knowledge. The second part addresses issues in moral philosophy like the concepts of person, the ultimate end, marriage and contraception. The third part applies Aquinas’ concepts of natural law, friendship and the person to issues in political philosophy. Di Blasi outlines an ideal of political personalism and the need to recover the concepts of nature and authority in the contemporary political debate. Every student of Aristotle’s ethics and politics, and of Aquinas’ thought will find this book extremely revealing and stimulating.
This app is a true gift for book lovers – it's like having a personal library wherever I go. I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience.
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊
🚶♀️📖 Walking my way through exciting narratives – this app makes exercise more fun! 🏞️🎧 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading.
Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. Mastering audiobook navigation – this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now