Martin Sastri

Martin Sastri is a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Catholic Studies at St. Francis Xavier University. He is currently a doctoral candidate in Medieval Studies at the University of Notre Dame, focusing on twelfth-century Platonism and its historical manifestations from antiquity to the modern era.

Research Interests: His work centers on Neoplatonism, patristic philosophy, and medieval scholastic thought, with a particular emphasis on figures like Plotinus, St. Augustine, and John Scottus Eriugena. He explores interdisciplinary connections between classical philosophy and Christian mysticism.

Academic Background:

• Doctoral Candidate in Medieval Studies, University of Notre Dame
• Previously taught at the University of Notre Dame and King's College

Teaching Experience: At St. FX since 2014, he has taught courses in Catholic mysticism, eschatology, and Christology.

Hobbies: Includes translating Latin poetry and practicing Muay Thai.