Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D.
This Lourdes Miracle Led to the Conversion of Alexis Carrel
Discover the miracle from Lourdes that brought about the conversion of Nobel Prize-winning physician Dr. Alexis Carrel.
Differences Between Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence
There are four major differences between human and artificial intelligence, and it is highly unlikely that we will be able to bridge this gap into future.
Fr. Spitzer's Spontaneous Prayers
Spontaneous prayers are an excellent pathway for a deeper relationship with God. Fr. Spitzer explains why and provides resources for those interested.
God and Suffering
Fr. Spitzer presents explores the question 'why does God allow suffering?' and the five opportunities of suffering.
What is the Difference between Metaphysics and Physics?
Fr. Spitzer seeks to explain the difference between metaphysics and physics and also explore the limits to both.
How to Share Our Call to the Transcendent in a Materialistic Culture
In our evergrowing materialistic culture, we must find ways to call upon the transcendent to find true fulfillment and happiness.
Fr. Spitzer's Prayers of Forgiveness
These 5 prayers of forgiveness are a guide for keeping your soul in a state of humility before our all-Loving God.
Rudolf Otto's 'Mysterium Tremendum et Fascinans' of the Numinous Experience
Within the numinous experience, the numen presents itself as having two distinct poles of feeling-content: mysterium tremendum and mysterium fascinans.
A Letter from Fr. Spitzer—New Programs and Publications
A letter highlighting our Sophia Institute partnership endeavors, new project, and upcoming publications.
Was the story of Jesus actually lifted from the Egyptian Horus myth?
Father Spitzer shows that the gospel accounts of Jesus' life are definitely not a retelling of the Egyptian myth of Horus, the god of the sun.
Webb Images Reveal the Intersection of Science and Scripture
New images from the James Webb Space Telescope allow us to see both science and scripture in the heavens above.
Fr. Spitzer on How to Pray for Your Enemies and Forgive
Jesus mentions forgiveness more often than any other injunction in the New Testament. Fr. Spitzer shares the power in a prayer for your enemies.