Saint Augustine Of Hippo

Broschiertes Buch

On Christian Doctrine

Beschreibung

"For the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom." How should we read and interpret Sacred Scripture? How can we discern truth from error, and wisdom from vain speculation? In On Christian Doctrine, Saint Augustine offers a masterful guide to understanding the Word of God, revealing how the graces of faith, hope, and love are absolute necessities for the discovery and right interpretation of Scripture. With clarity and insight, Augustine lays out the essential principles, covering language, signs, figurative expressions, and the proper relationship between faith and reason. He warns against errors that come from reading Scripture too literally or too loosely and teaches that all interpretation must ultimately lead to love--of God and neighbor. More than a theological treatise, On Christian Doctrine is a call to wisdom. It challenges the reader to seek not just knowledge, but true understanding, directing the soul toward God's eternal truth.

Autor

Saint Augustine of Hippo was born in 354 in North Africa and was deeply influenced by his mother, Monica, who was a devout Christian. He studied rhetoric in Carthage, where he led a hedonistic lifestyle and explored different philosophies, notably Manichaeism. His journey to Christianity was gradual, marked by intense self-reflection and eventual conversion in Milan under the influence of Saint Ambrose.After his baptism, Augustine returned to North Africa, where he became a priest and later the Bishop of Hippo. His writings, including The Confessions of Saint Augustine and The City of God, became foundational texts for Christian theology and Western philosophy. As bishop, he engaged in debates on doctrine and contributed significantly to developing doctrines like original sin and divine grace.Augustine's legacy is vast; his introspective approach shaped Christian thought and has had a lasting influence on Western philosophical and theological traditions. He is revered as one of the greatest Church Fathers and is celebrated for his insights into the human condition. His works remain widely read, offering profound reflections on faith, morality, and human purpose.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Tan Books
• Seitenzahl: 408
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 170mm x 122mm x 30mm
• Gewicht: 272g
• ISBN-13: 9781505135725
• ISBN-10: 1505135729
• Artikelnr.: 74315863