The City of God, Volume II
Description
The City of God, Volume II continues Augustine’s monumental exploration of the eternal conflict between the earthly city and the divine city. In this volume, Augustine deepens his argument against pagan philosophy and religion, challenging the belief that Rome’s decline was caused by the rise of Christianity. He contrasts human pride and corruption with the enduring truth of divine order, presenting a sweeping vision of history guided by providence rather than chance. This second part of the work offers profound reflections on morality, idolatry, and the limitations of human reason. Its influence has stretched far beyond its time, shaping medieval theology, political thought, and the way Western civilization understands history and destiny. For readers interested in early Christian philosophy, the decline of Rome, or the foundations of Christian theology, this volume remains an essential and thought-provoking text. This is an 1871 translation by Marcus Dods.
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- Formats
- PDF, EPUB, AZW3
- Page Count (PDF)
- 310
- Word Count
- 223,734
- Illustrations
- No
- Footnotes
- 1,057
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