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Robert Obach

College of Arts and Sciences: Philosophy

Contact

Email: Robert Obach
Phone: 937-229-3013
HM 465

Degrees

  • Ph.D., Religion and Culture, Syracuse University
  • M.A., Religious Studies, Catholic University of America
  • B.A., English Literature, Loyola University of Chicago

Profile

Dr. Robert Obach’s primary focus is on the interconnection of Philosophy and Theology approached from the perspective of historical development from Socrates to Sartre. Robert has taught on the faculties of seven college and universities since 1967. 

Faculty perspective

"In the various schools where I have taught I have always enjoyed providing students with the philosophical ideas that help them think for themselves more confidently."

Research interests

  • The Development of Doctrine
  • Sexual Ethics
  • The intersection of Philosophy, Theology and Literature

Selected publications

A Commentary on the Gospel of Luke

The Catholic Church on Marital Intercourse: from St. Paul to Pope John Paul II