Blaise Pascal on Augustine, Aquinas, and the evidence of the Senses

By Faith and Science | 19 Mar 2023 | Resources

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Level: High School and above

The noted French scientist and mathematician Blaise Pascal discusses the ideas of Sts. Augustine and Aquinas applied to matters of fact—including scientific matters.

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A new entry for the Faith & Science Resource Center: One noted Catholic scientist discusses two noted saints and how their ideas apply to science.

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