Tolerance and the Evolution of Truth

In this talk, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the complex nature of truth and its evolution from pre-modern, through modern, to postmodern perspectives. He explains how Christianity upholds the existence of absolute truth, contrasting it with postmodern ideas that view truth as relative and based on personal feelings or cultural conditioning. Fr. Matthias examines how modernism emphasizes science and rationality as the sole paths to truth, while postmodernism rejects this, prioritizing subjective experience and tolerance of contradictory beliefs. He highlights challenges Christians face when discussing faith in a world influenced by postmodern thought and stresses the importance of understanding truth as objective, grounded in God's revelation. The talk also addresses the distinctions between truth, belief, and morality, emphasizing that Christian faith is about aligning with objective reality rather than subjective comfort. Fr. Matthias closes with practical advice on communicating faith thoughtfully across different worldviews.