Daniel Thejus (Bobby)

Adjunct Speaker

Dr Daniel Thejus (Bobby) is an Adjunct Speaker with Life Focus Society. After completing his undergraduate course in Economics, Politics and Sociology, heeding the advice of a Jesuit novice, he completed his Masters in Philosophy earning a gold medal from Madras Christian College. His passion to understand the times led him to do a Ph.D. from Madras University where his research focused on Amartya Sen’s idea of Justice, Identity and Democracy. His interest in Theology peaked with an MLitt in Analytic and Exegetical Theology from St. Andrews University, Scotland.

Apart from his research interests, he is interested in speaking about the interaction between eastern philosophies and theology. Bobby enjoys interacting with people in any setting. His interests range from popular culture, human flourishing, justice to philosophy.

Bobby is married to Ruhamah, and they currently live with their two young children in Scotland.

Articles & Videos by Daniel Thejus (Bobby)

Does AI make us less human? In a ChatGPT world, is there anything distinctive about being human anymore? AI does seem faster and smarter than us! Yet, Daniel Thejus thinks that at least in four areas we are better off. Read this short article to find out what sets us apart from AI.
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The challenge of loving others as much as we love ourselves leaves us uncomfortable, responsible and obliged to those who are around us. Can we think of creative ways to provide the tools to convert income or ability into an opportunity to help people reach their desired goals, asks Daniel Thejus (Bobby).
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When teachers are like good priests, then the classroom can become a good parish. Educational institutions will be transformed into places of hope. And students can face the future with confidence.
Daniel Thejus (Bobby)
Dr Kurian Zachariah and Shoba Kurian share deeply moving moments from their lives and provide invaluable insights during a conversation with Dr Daniel Thejus (Bobby) on how the Church can stand in the gap for the differently abled. This video is part of ICT’s Unfreedom: Live Free series.
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Tobacco kills. There are 7000 toxins in a cigarette butt. And it takes decades to decompose. In this first of the two-part interview with SJ Chander of FSHI (Foundation for Sustainable Health India), Daniel Thejus (Bobby) takes a fresh look at the burning issue of smoking and its addictive nature. This video is part of the Unfreedoms series by the Institute of Christian Thinking.
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Daniel Thejus (Bobby) suggests we go out and be strong, for God’s love will see us through, low self-esteem or not.
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