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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Autore:Thomas W. Smith
Pubblicazione: 2005
Pagine:187-213
Lingua:inglese
Formato:Essay
Soggetto:- Opere > De civitate Dei > Temi > [Politique]
Titolo Principale: Augustine and politics
Status:Active
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Riassunto: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 as a vehicle for self-giving. Augustine thinks this reorientation, characteristic of the City of God, is the basis for a just, peaceful political life in this world.