The Glory and Tragedy of Politics

The A. guides us through the City of God, demonstrating how Augustine's treatment of politics there must be considered in light of his overarching pedagogy, which is aimed at transforming his auduence's loves. A person whose life has been reoriented by love of God and neighbor uses political action...

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Author:Thomas W. Smith
Published: 2005
Pages:187-213
Language:English
Format:Essay
Topic:- Works > De civitate Dei > Topics > [Politique]
Parent Work: Augustine and politics
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Opere De civitate Dei Temi [Politique]
The Glory and Tragedy of Politics
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