Show Notes
Prof. Michael Foley examines the pre-Christian roots of honor in Western civilization, contrasting the competitive, individualistic nature of classical honor with the moral critiques found in both Greco-Roman philosophy and the Hebrew Bible.
This lecture was given on September 4th, 2026, at Dominican House of Studies.
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About the Speaker:
Michael Foley is a Catholic theologian, a Professor of Patristics at Baylor University, and the author of 500 articles and eighteen books, including the bestseller Drinking with the Saints, The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity, and Dining with the Saints. He speaks on a wide variety of topics touching upon Catholicism, culture, and the value of the liberal arts.
Keywords: Honor, Western Civilization, Virtue Ethics, Chivalry, Humility, Culture, Odyssey, Classical Literature
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