"Do you desire to study to your advantage? Let devotion accompany all your studies, and study less to make yourself learned than to become a saint. Consult God more than your books, and ask him, with humility, to make you understand what you read. Study fatigues and drains the mind and heart. Go from time to time to refresh them at the feet of Jesus Christ under his cross."
-St Vincent Ferrer
About This Collection +−
TAN Courses offers a structured approach to serious Catholic study, bringing together theology, history, philosophy, and cultural analysis rooted firmly in the Church’s intellectual tradition. These courses are designed for those who desire more than surface-level understanding, providing depth, clarity, and faithful engagement with enduring questions of truth.
The curriculum spans a wide range of subjects that connect faith to the modern world without compromising doctrine. Courses such as Modern Media: Facing the Dangers, Opportunities, and Responsibilities address contemporary challenges, while studies like The God of the Old Testament examine divine justice, mercy, and love as revealed in Sacred Scripture.
Literary and historical inquiry is also central to the collection. Courses on Dante’s Inferno and Dante’s Purgatory guide students through one of the most influential theological works in Western civilization, while foundational offerings such as Introduction to Theology: Tradition, Doctrine, and Culture establish a framework for disciplined theological thinking.
Learners will also encounter courses that situate Catholicism within broader cultural and historical contexts. Titles like Catholics in the Public Square examine the Church’s engagement with society, while critical studies of early Christian errors, including examinations of Gnostic texts, illuminate the development and defense of orthodox belief.
Why This Matters
Faith seeks understanding. TAN Courses exist to form the intellect in harmony with belief, equipping students to think clearly, speak confidently, and remain grounded in truth. These courses provide a disciplined path for lifelong learning, ensuring that Catholic tradition continues to be studied, understood, and lived with conviction.