Most traditional Dominican province?

[corsair]

As St. Thomas was a Dominican, its hard to believe that there would be many adhering to another philosophy within the Dominicans.

 

[dr_silverrose]

There are other philosophies which are acceptable for Catholics such as those of St. Augustine, St. Bonaventure, and even to some extent Descartes and Plato.

Perhaps so, but I posted this in reply to a question about the wisdom of opposing St. Thomas on matters of Theology, not Philosophy.

 

[Young_Thinker]

As St. Thomas was a Dominican, its hard to believe that there would be many adhering to another philosophy within the Dominicans.

I do not know.At the same time, I do not think that too many today who believe that the Inquisitional practices were benign.

 

[Dempsey1919]

The Domicans are preachers and expert theologians. The teachings of St. Thomas will obviously be expounded upon and cherished by his brethren. However, the Dominicans embrace all schools of theological thought. I’m sure there will be many Dominicans who are more influenced by St. Bonaventure or St. Augustine, but that doesn’t mean they do not appreciate the works of the Angelic Doctor.

The Order of Preachers occupies a special place in my heart and I pray for their success and growth. I know that the young Dominicans are definitely more traditional than their older brethren; the trend in the Dominicans definitely seems to be more in favour of traditionalism.

Many traditionalists only consider joining traditionalist groups such as the FSSP. While this is a good thing, I think they should also consider joining the Order of Preachers. We need traditionalists in every branch of the Church. The traditionalist orders are somewhat isolated. If we want the Church to become more traditional overall, then we need traditionally-minded individuals to join the other Orders.

The Order of Preachers will only become more traditional if traditionalists join the Order. Just think about it. If enough traditionalists join the Order of Preachers, the number of Dominican Masses and EF Masses will increase. Eventually, one of traditionalists could become master of the Order. If that ever happens, then the outlook for the Dominicans would be amazing.

 

[Young_Thinker]

The Domicans are preachers and expert theologians. The teachings of St. Thomas will obviously be expounded upon and cherished by his brethren. However, the Dominicans embrace all schools of theological thought. I’m sure there will be many Dominicans who are more influenced by St. Bonaventure or St. Augustine, but that doesn’t mean they do not appreciate the works of the Angelic Doctor.

The Order of Preachers occupies a special place in my heart and I pray for their success and growth. I know that the young Dominicans are definitely more traditional than their older brethren; the trend in the Dominicans definitely seems to be more in favour of traditionalism.

Many traditionalists only consider joining traditionalist groups such as the FSSP. While this is a good thing, I think they should also consider joining the Order of Preachers. We need traditionalists in every branch of the Church. The traditionalist orders are somewhat isolated. If we want the Church to become more traditional overall, then we need traditionally-minded individuals to join the other Orders.

The Order of Preachers will only become more traditional if traditionalists join the Order. Just think about it. If enough traditionalists join the Order of Preachers, the number of Dominican Masses and EF Masses will increase. Eventually, one of traditionalists could become master of the Order. If that ever happens, then the outlook for the Dominicans would be amazing.

Those are interesting things about which to think.

 

[Dempsey1919]

Those are interesting things about which to think.

I am a traditionalist Catholic and I support the traditionalist Orders or Priestly Societies. However, I also know that it is unlikely that these traditionalist groups will become a dominating force in the Church. In all likelihood, they will exist as pockets of traditionalism within the Church.

I think traditionalist Catholics should also join the mainstream or non-traditional Orders. By doing so, they will positively influence them and help traditionalism gain a foothold in the mainstream Church. I think a traditionalist Dominican will be able to reach far more average Catholics than priests of the traditionalist orders. Traditionalist priests provide the sacraments for people who are already traditionalists. Dominican priests will minister to non-traditionalist Catholics, and a traditionalist Dominican will be able to spread the Traditional Mass among people who have never experienced it before.

As I said, the Order of Preachers is moderately traditional. If more traditionalists join the Order of Preachers, this trend will continue and possibly increase. Traditionalists should not avoid non-traditionalist orders. They should join them and influence them for the better.

 

[Young_Thinker]

I am a traditionalist Catholic and I support the traditionalist Orders or Priestly Societies. However, I also know that it is unlikely that these traditionalist groups will become a dominating force in the Church. In all likelihood, they will exist as pockets of traditionalism within the Church.

I think traditionalist Catholics should also join the mainstream or non-traditional Orders. By doing so, they will positively influence them and help traditionalism gain a foothold in the mainstream Church. I think a traditionalist Dominican will be able to reach far more average Catholics than priests of the traditionalist orders. Traditionalist priests provide the sacraments for people who are already traditionalists. Dominican priests will minister to non-traditionalist Catholics, and a traditionalist Dominican will be able to spread the Traditional Mass among people who have never experienced it before.

As I said, the Order of Preachers is moderately traditional. If more traditionalists join the Order of Preachers, this trend will continue and possibly increase. Traditionalists should not avoid non-traditionalist orders. They should join them and influence them for the better.

Thank you; I agree. There is no reason why a traditionalist, if wishing to become enter an order, should avoid an ancient one like the Dominicans.