St. Augustine's City of God: A View of the Contents - Couverture souple

Rickaby, Joseph

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1026008697 ISBN 13 : 9781026008690

Editeur : Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"St. Augustine's City of God: A View of the Contents" provides an insightful and analytical guide to one of the most influential works in Western thought. Written by the esteemed scholar Joseph Rickaby, this volume serves as a comprehensive roadmap through St. Augustine's monumental "City of God," a text that helped shape the theological and philosophical foundations of the Middle Ages. Rickaby meticulously breaks down the intricate arguments and themes presented by the Bishop of Hippo, making the dense material accessible to students and scholars alike.

The work explores the central conflict between the earthly and heavenly cities, examining Augustine's defense of Christianity against pagan critiques following the sack of Rome. Rickaby guides the reader through Augustine's reflections on history, providence, ethics, and the nature of the divine. This study emphasizes the enduring relevance of Augustine's vision of a society governed by spiritual rather than purely temporal concerns. By highlighting the structural unity and logical progression of the original text, Rickaby offers a valuable companion for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of Augustinian theology on Christian doctrine and political theory.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tradd Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1026008697
• ISBN 13: 9781026008690
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 132
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible