Dominican Learning Resources
Dominican spirituality, theology, and history offer rich material for deepening faith. Here are trusted Catholic resources focused on Dominican tradition:
Primary Dominican Sources
Summa Theologiae by St. Thomas Aquinas – The foundational theological work of the Dominican Order; available free at New Advent (newadvent.org) with search and navigation tools.
Liturgy of the Hours (Dominican Rite) – The official prayer book used by Dominican communities; available through Universalis app or Catholic prayer websites with Dominican option selected.
Online Resources include:
Divine Office :https://divineoffice.org
IBreverary:https://www.ibreviary.com/m2/breviario.php
Dominican Spirituality: Contemplation and Action by Romanus Cessario, O.P. – A scholarly yet accessible exploration of what it means to live the Dominican charism of “contemplata aliis tradere” (to give to others the fruits of contemplation).
Catechetical & Doctrinal
Catechism of the Catholic Church – Essential foundation; Dominicans have shaped its theological framework. Free online at vatican.va.
https://www.usccb.org/sites/default/files/flipbooks/catechism/54
Introduction to the Summa Theologiae by Fr. Romanus Cessario, O.P. – A shorter gateway to Thomistic thought for beginners.
The Dominicans: A History by Benedict M. Ashley, O.P. – Comprehensive history of the Order from St. Dominic to modern times.
Online Communities & Study
Aquinas Institute of the University of St. Thomas – Offers courses on Thomistic theology.
Dominican Friars’ official website (op.org) – News, resources, and information about Dominican life and apostolates.
Catholic News Agency and EWTN – Both feature Dominican friars and regular Dominican content.
Godsplaining with the Dominican Friars. https://godsplaining.org/
The Thomistic Institute: https://thomisticinstitute.org/
The Dominican Friars : https://dominicanfriars.org/