Explaining the Inexplicable

Augustine on the Fall

By a series of syllogistic contrasts, C. intends to cast some light on Augustine's interpretation of Adam's fall, seeking to avoid the logical impasse about the origin of evil by bringing the fact of creation from nothing to bear on the discussion.

Bibliographic Details
Author:T.D. Chappell
Published: S.n., s.l., 1994
Volume:62
Pages:869-884
Periodical:Journal of the American Academy of Religion
Number:3
Format:Article
Topic:- Doctrine > From man to God > Evil. Sin > Original sin (concupiscentia) > Original Sin
- Doctrine > From man to God > Divine revelation > Exegesis > [Exégèse. Personnages. Lieux. Thèmes] > [Personnages] > Adam > [Chute d'Adam]
Status:Needs Review
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Summary:By a series of syllogistic contrasts, C. intends to cast some light on Augustine's interpretation of Adam's fall, seeking to avoid the logical impasse about the origin of evil by bringing the fact of creation from nothing to bear on the discussion.

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