Dei Filius

Dei Filius, meaning "The Son of God," is a document from the First Vatican Council (1870) that affirms the Catholic Church's teachings on faith and reason. It explains that faith and science both seek the truth, and they complement each other. The document emphasizes that God's existence and divine revelation are rational and can be understood through both faith and human reason. It encourages believers to trust divine teachings, recognizing that reason and faith work together to deepen understanding of God and the universe. Overall, it clarifies the importance of both faith and reason in knowing God's truth.