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Since the dawn of the fifth century, theology students, religious
scholars, and Christian readers have turned to this volume for
instruction. Written by one of the foremost leaders in the
development of Christian thought, it offers practical as well as
theoretical guidance on how to read the Bible and explain the
meaning of scripture. Augustine intended his treatise for the
priests in his North African diocese of Hippo, but ultimately, the
saint's counsel laid the groundwork for modern hermeneutics and
semiotics.
The first of "On Christian Doctrine"'s four parts begins with an
overview of the subjects treated in holy scripture. Subsequent
parts discuss signs and their recognition, the distinctions between
literal and figurative expressions, and the scriptures' stylistic
combination of eloquence and wisdom. Above all, Augustine's text
concerns itself with the ways in which individuals can live in
harmony with Jesus' teachings. Christians and non-Christians alike
value this work for its role in historical theology, its influence
on the development of Biblical interpretation, and its insights
into the mind of a great Christian philosopher and ecclesiastic.
Dating to the early 5th century AD, the Enchiridion of St.
Augustine is a superb example of early Christian instruction and
virtues, summating the pillars of the faith in a manner inspiring.
Augustine of Hippo was among the first Roman Christians to develop
and author a comprehensive spiritual philosophy. As bishop of Hippo
Regius, his theological studies and writings provided an excellent
foundation to religious scholarship; many of the books he authored
served as an example to later authors. A great revival of interest
in the early Church Fathers following the Reformation, and again in
the 19th century, brought Augustine's works to renewed appreciation
and prominence. Detailing how the Christian believer can better his
faith with prayer and practice of the virtues set out by Jesus
Christ in the Gospels, the book itself is composed in answer to a
person named Laurentius. Apparently a Christian curious about his
creed, Laurentius sought the advice and counsel of St. Augustine of
Hippo.
Dating to the early 5th century AD, the Enchiridion of St.
Augustine is a superb example of early Christian instruction and
virtues, summating the pillars of the faith in a manner inspiring.
Augustine of Hippo was among the first Roman Christians to develop
and author a comprehensive spiritual philosophy. As bishop of Hippo
Regius, his theological studies and writings provided an excellent
foundation to religious scholarship; many of the books he authored
served as an example to later authors. A great revival of interest
in the early Church Fathers following the Reformation, and again in
the 19th century, brought Augustine's works to renewed appreciation
and prominence. Detailing how the Christian believer can better his
faith with prayer and practice of the virtues set out by Jesus
Christ in the Gospels, the book itself is composed in answer to a
person named Laurentius. Apparently a Christian curious about his
creed, Laurentius sought the advice and counsel of St. Augustine of
Hippo.
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On Christian Doctrine (Paperback)
St Augustine; Translated by J. F. Shaw; Revised by A M Overett
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The Enchiridion (Paperback)
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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
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