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City of God by Saint Augustine (413-426)
In this episode, we explore City of God, Saint Augustine's sweeping 413–426 CE masterpiece written in the aftermath of Rome's fall, where philosophy, theology, and history collide. We'll unpack Augustine's bold comparison between the earthly city built on human ambition and the heavenly city grounded in divine love, all while exploring why this monumental work reshaped Christian thought for centuries. With its blend of cultural critique, spiritual insight, and grand vision of humanity's destiny, City of God remains one of the foundational texts of Western philosophy and theology. Join us as…
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