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Tractates on the Gospel of John - 28-54 (Hardcover)
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Tractates on the Gospel of John - 28-54 (Hardcover)
Series: Fathers of the Church Series, No. 88
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In his preaching, St Augustine developed an oratorical style based
on the classical rhetoric he had learned prior to his conversion
which he adapted to the unique demands of Christian preaching. He
still recognised the classical ends of rhetoric: to teach, to
please and to persuade. He gave, however, the place of most
importance to content: what was said was more important than how it
was said. The result is a method of preaching that is clear, lively
and well-suited to its purpose. Just as Augustine's oratorical
style was subordinated to the demands of preaching the gospel of
Christ, so also his method of commentary was influenced by his duty
as pastor at Hippo to instruct his flock in matters of faith and
morals. His commentary, then, contains more than exegesis. His
reflections on scripture lead him to discussions of both moral
action and dogma. Augustine's extemporaneous style and broad range
of interests are evident in the tractates included in this volume,
in which he comments on chapters 7-12 of St John's Gospel. These
chapters contain some of the best-known episodes from the life of
Christ: the encounter with the woman caught in adultery; the
healing of the man born blind; the raising of Lazarus from the
dead; Mary's anointing of Christ's feet; and Christ's triumphant
entrance into Jerusalem. The passages also contain some of Christ's
most explicit teaching of his divinity. In unfolding the mysteries
contained in these chapters of St John, Augustine moves easily from
exegesis to reflections on moral virtue and doctrine, especially
the Trinity and the Incarnation. But he never loses sight of his
audience. Even in his comments on the loftiest of ideas, he strives
to make his teaching accessible to everyone. Augustine's preaching
shows us not only his brilliant mind and rhetorical skill as he
expounds upon the scriptures, but also the great love he had for
Christ and for the faithful entrusted to his care.
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