Catholicism — Season 1, Episode 3: The Ineffable Mystery of God: That Than Which Nothing Greater Can Be Thought

Episode synopsis

Father Barron considers St. Anselm’s description of God as “that than which nothing greater can be thought,” and goes on to explain St. Thomas Aquinas’ arguments which support the claim that God truly exists. He also speaks from the Catholic tradition about the nature of God and the challenging question of evil and the existence of God. To provide a vision of the ineffable majesty and mystery of God, Father Barron invites us to the heights of the Sinai desert and makes his way to mysterious Istanbul, walks the glittering streets of Paris and then captivates the viewer with the glories of the Sistine Chapel in Rome.

About Catholicism

For the first time, in breathtaking and high-definition cinematography, the truth, goodness, and beauty of Catholicism are illustrated in a multimedia experience. Journey with Fr. Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 16 countries. Be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth's people. Learn what Catholics believe and why. Discover the full meaning of the faith.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Amazed and Afraid: The Revelation of God Become Man
• E2Happy Are We: The Teachings of Jesus
• E4Our Tainted Nature's Solitary Boast: Mary, The Mother of God
• E5The Indispensable Men: Peter, Paul, and the Missionary Adventure
• E6A Body Both Suffering And Glorious: The Mystical Union of Christ and The Church
• E7Word Made Flesh, True Bread Of Heaven: The Mystery of The Liturgy and The Eucharist
• E8A Vast Company Of Witnesses: The Communion Of Saints
• E9The Life of His Love: Prayer and the Life of the Spirit
• E10World Without End: The Last Things