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Discover the profound insights of Augustine, the pivotal figure in Christian thought, with 'On Augustine: The Two Cities' by Alan Ryan. This hardcover edition, published by W W Norton & Company in 2015, delves into Augustine's remarkable transformation from a hedonistic pagan to a devout theologian and influential defender of the early Christian Church. With 240 pages of compelling content, this book explores the depths of Augustine's political philosophy—a blend of skepticism regarding earthly politics and insights into the role of a Christian within the State.
Augustine’s ideas on just war, the nature of governance, and imperial ambitions remain central to modern political discussions. This text not only uncovers Augustine's contribution to Western thought but also examines its resonance beyond the Christian tradition. Ideal for students, scholars, or anyone intrigued by philosophy, religion, and political theory, Alan Ryan's work offers an essential perspective on a figure whose influence is echoed throughout centuries.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Elevate your understanding of political and theological intersections with this indispensable resource on Augustine's legacy.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871407078
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 240
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It would be almost impossible to exaggerate the influence of Augustine-the once-hedonistic pagan turned ascetic theologian and defender of the early Christian Church-over all the subsequent history of Europe. Augustine 's political philosophy is pregnant with arguments that racked not only Christian Europe but also much of the modern world. Whether it was his essential skepticism about the value of earthly politics when contrasted with eternity, the role of a Christian within the State, or the nature of just war and the folly of imperial ambitions, Augustine articulated distinctive and long-lived thoughts on controversial subjects that remain embedded in our political discourse. In On Augustine: The Two Cities Alan Ryan carefully lays out the complicated political, philosophical, and religious context of Augustine and traces the history of his impact on Western thought both within and beyond the Christian tradition.
Excerpted here are: The City of God, Confessions.
Augustine’s ideas on just war, the nature of governance, and imperial ambitions remain central to modern political discussions. This text not only uncovers Augustine's contribution to Western thought but also examines its resonance beyond the Christian tradition. Ideal for students, scholars, or anyone intrigued by philosophy, religion, and political theory, Alan Ryan's work offers an essential perspective on a figure whose influence is echoed throughout centuries.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Elevate your understanding of political and theological intersections with this indispensable resource on Augustine's legacy.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871407078
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 240
Description:
It would be almost impossible to exaggerate the influence of Augustine-the once-hedonistic pagan turned ascetic theologian and defender of the early Christian Church-over all the subsequent history of Europe. Augustine 's political philosophy is pregnant with arguments that racked not only Christian Europe but also much of the modern world. Whether it was his essential skepticism about the value of earthly politics when contrasted with eternity, the role of a Christian within the State, or the nature of just war and the folly of imperial ambitions, Augustine articulated distinctive and long-lived thoughts on controversial subjects that remain embedded in our political discourse. In On Augustine: The Two Cities Alan Ryan carefully lays out the complicated political, philosophical, and religious context of Augustine and traces the history of his impact on Western thought both within and beyond the Christian tradition.
Excerpted here are: The City of God, Confessions.