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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Bibliografische gegevens
Auteur:Thomas W. Smith
Gepubliceerd in: 2005
Pagina's:187-213
Taal:Engels
Formaat:Essay
Onderwerp:- Werken > De civitate Dei > Thema's > [Politique]
Hoofdwerk: Augustine and politics
Status:Active
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Samenvatting: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.