The City of God - Saint Augustine
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First published in the first part of the 5th century A.D., "The City of God" is Saint Augustine's highly influential work of Christian philosophy. This expansive theological work provided an articulate defense of Christianity against the claims that it lead to the downfall of Rome in the years preceding its publication. It outlines a citizenship that goes beyond the worldly, the political, and the self-centered, instead focusing on a place where the inhabitants are devout, God-focused, and seeking grace. In examining history with a clear perception of good and evil, Augustine was in effect…mehr

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First published in the first part of the 5th century A.D., "The City of God" is Saint Augustine's highly influential work of Christian philosophy. This expansive theological work provided an articulate defense of Christianity against the claims that it lead to the downfall of Rome in the years preceding its publication. It outlines a citizenship that goes beyond the worldly, the political, and the self-centered, instead focusing on a place where the inhabitants are devout, God-focused, and seeking grace. In examining history with a clear perception of good and evil, Augustine was in effect interpreting human actions in relation to eternity. He contrasts earthly and heavenly cities to great effect, in addition to inspecting pagan religions, Greek philosophers like Plato, and the Bible. A monumental influence upon Augustine's contemporaries, "The City of God" is considered a foundational work of Christianity philosophy, which would establish Augustine of Hippo as one of the most important fathers of the Catholic Church, and continues to resonate with the Christian faith until this day. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper and is translated with an introduction by Marcus Dods.
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Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430 AD) was a theologian, philosopher, and bishop whose ideas deeply influenced Christian doctrine and Western thought. Born in the Roman province of Numidia (modern Algeria), Augustine pursued a life of rhetoric and philosophy, initially embracing Manichaeism, a dualistic faith. Despite his Christian mother's influence, he resisted conversion until his early thirties, when he encountered the teachings of Bishop Ambrose in Milan. Inspired, Augustine converted to Christianity, a transformative event he later recounted in Confessions, and returned to North Africa to lead a life of devotion.After his ordination in Hippo, Augustine eventually became bishop, dedicating his life to writing on theology and philosophy. His works, such as The City of God and On the Trinity, addressed essential Christian doctrines like original sin, divine grace, and free will. These writings provided a systematic foundation for much of Christian theology and shaped medieval thought on the human condition, morality, and faith.Augustine's legacy endures through his profound reflections on the soul, God's grace, and human purpose. His transformation from skeptic to devout bishop reflects a powerful journey that continues to inspire both religious and secular thinkers. His insights remain central to Christian teachings and the broader philosophical discourse on existence and morality.