Stoicism and Christianity, with a Focus on Boethius - Prof. Thomas Ward
Published: April 7, 2026
Duration: 37:43
Prof. Thomas Ward argues that Stoicism offers valuable detachment and moral discipline, but Boethius and Christianity deepen it by reordering the human person toward friendship, hope, and beatitude in God.
This lecture was given on February 12th, 2026, at Franciscan University of Steubenville.
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About the Speakers:
Thomas M. Ward is Associate Professor of Philosophy at The University of Texas at Austin, in the School of Civic Leadership. He...