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The City Of God: Book 1 - 8 By Church Father Augustine Of Hippo [Christian Audiobook] | Classics

"The City of God" by Augustine of Hippo is a monumental work that addresses the relationship between the earthly city (representing human society and its values) and the heavenly city (representing the Kingdom of God). While the entire work spans multiple books, Part 1 covers Books 1 to 8: Book 1: The Origins of the Two Cities Augustine opens the work by explaining the historical context of the sack of Rome by the Visigoths in 410 AD. He argues that the pagan Romans mistakenly attributed the fall of Rome to the spread of Christianity and its abandonment of pagan gods. Augustine asserts that there are two cities, the City of God and the City of Man, each with its own destiny. Book 2: The Origins of the Two Cities Continued Augustine explores the origins of the two cities, tracing them back to the biblical accounts of Cain and Abel. He argues that the earthly city is characterized by self-love and the pursuit of earthly pleasures, while the heavenly city is characterized by the love of God and the pursuit of eternal happiness. Book 3: The History of the Two Cities Augustine delves into the history of the two cities, from the time of Adam and Eve to the time of the biblical patriarchs. He illustrates how the two cities have coexisted throughout history, with the heavenly city guiding and influencing the earthly city. Book 4: The Conflict Between the Two Cities Augustine explores the conflict and tension between the City of God and the City of Man. He argues that the earthly city is often characterized by sinful behavior and rebellion against God, while the heavenly city seeks to live in accordance with divine laws and values. Book 5: The End Times Augustine discusses the ultimate destiny of the two cities, focusing on the end times and the final judgment. He asserts that the City of God will ultimately triumph over the City of Man, and the righteous will enjoy eternal bliss while the wicked will face eternal punishment. Book 6: The Comparison of the Two Cities' Philosophies Augustine examines the philosophical and theological differences between the two cities. He contrasts the false wisdom of the earthly city, represented by pagan philosophers, with the true wisdom of the heavenly city, which is rooted in divine revelation. Book 7: The Role of the Mediator Augustine emphasizes the role of Christ as the Mediator between the two cities. He explains how Christ's redemptive work reconciles humanity with God and makes it possible for individuals to become citizens of the heavenly city. Book 8: The Relationship Between Church and State Augustine discusses the relationship between the Church and the Roman Empire. He argues that the City of God is not bound to any earthly political entity but transcends worldly powers. He also critiques the idea that the Roman Empire's success is due to its allegiance to pagan gods. These first eight books of "The City of God" lay the foundation for Augustine's exploration of theology, history, philosophy, and eschatology, all within the framework of the two cities. The work is a significant contribution to Christian thought and remains influential in discussions of theology, politics, and the nature of human society. AUGUSTINE OF HIPPO Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD) was a towering figure in early Christianity whose theological and philosophical contributions continue to shape the Church's thought to this day. Born in North Africa (modern-day Algeria), he led a tumultuous early life marked by intellectual curiosity, spiritual searching, and moral struggles. Augustine's path to faith was marked by a journey from skepticism to conversion. His most famous work, "Confessions," is a candid autobiographical account of his spiritual struggles, conversion to Christianity, and eventual dedication to Christ. This work stands as one of the earliest and most profound examples of introspective spiritual literature. As a theologian, Augustine's impact was immense. He defended orthodox Christian doctrine against various heresies, contributing significantly to the development of theological concepts like original sin, predestination, and grace. His concept of "original sin" posited that all humans inherit a sinful nature from Adam, necessitating divine grace for salvation. Augustine's writings also had a profound influence on the doctrine of the Trinity and Christology. He articulated the idea of the "inner life" of the Trinity, where the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit exist eternally in mutual love and relationship. His work on Christology defended the orthodox view of Christ's full divinity and humanity. Listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/40ZxqaF... Listen to it on Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Listen to it on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...