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Mentioned in 72 episodes
Confessions
Book • 1953
Written in Latin between AD 397 and 400, 'Confessions' is a blend of autobiography, philosophy, theology, and critical exegesis of the Christian Bible.
The first nine books are autobiographical, tracing Augustine's life from his birth to his conversion to Catholicism.
He recounts his sinful youth, his involvement with Manicheism and Neoplatonism, and his eventual conversion in a Milanese garden.
The last four books focus on philosophical and theological issues, including memory, time, eternity, and the interpretation of the Book of Genesis.
The work is structured as a series of prayers to God, reflecting Augustine's journey of redemption and his understanding of God's grace and providence.
The first nine books are autobiographical, tracing Augustine's life from his birth to his conversion to Catholicism.
He recounts his sinful youth, his involvement with Manicheism and Neoplatonism, and his eventual conversion in a Milanese garden.
The last four books focus on philosophical and theological issues, including memory, time, eternity, and the interpretation of the Book of Genesis.
The work is structured as a series of prayers to God, reflecting Augustine's journey of redemption and his understanding of God's grace and providence.
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Mentioned in 72 episodes
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Cal Newport as an example of someone who used religion to overcome hedonism and find meaning.
Cal Newport as an example of someone who used religion to overcome hedonism and find meaning.
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Ep. 270: Depth vs. Distraction
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David Senra in contrast to Leonardo da Vinci's notebooks, highlighting the outward-looking nature of the latter.
David Senra in contrast to Leonardo da Vinci's notebooks, highlighting the outward-looking nature of the latter.
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#15 Leonardo da Vinci: The Biography
Mentioned by Jordan Peterson when discussing Tolstoy's despair despite immense fame and productivity.
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Jordan Peterson Live on Tour: There Are Still Dreams Worth Chasing
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Paul Bloom as a famous book that tells the story of his youthful descent into sin and his subsequent conversion to Christianity.
Paul Bloom as a famous book that tells the story of his youthful descent into sin and his subsequent conversion to Christianity.
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We resist change and surprises—but shock can shift our lives for the better
Recommended by Arthur Brooks as a study in human psychology.
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Finding Happiness, Success and Deep Purpose with Arthur Brooks
Mentioned in the context of the emergence of Christianity and its impact on the understanding of human inwardness.
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Authenticity
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Johnathan Bi as a story where Augustine recounts stealing pears simply because it was wrong.
Johnathan Bi as a story where Augustine recounts stealing pears simply because it was wrong.
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Why You Self-Sabotage | Rachana Kamtekar on Plato’s Moral Psychology
Mentioned when discussing the story of his youthful descent into sin and his later conversion to Christianity.
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The surprising psychology behind your urge to break the rules | Paul Bloom
Mentioned by Dr. Frank Grabowski in the context of discussing the concept of omniscience and its application to gods existing within time.
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A Discussion on Hesiod's Theogony
Mentioned by James Eglinton in comparison to Ambrose of Milan, highlighting Augustine's intellectual journey and search for truth.
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Wesley Huff on Rogan: Apologetics and Witness
Mentionné par Fabien Bizet comme un personnage similaire à Alceste dans sa critique de la société et sa quête d'authenticité.
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MOLIÈRE - LE MISANTHROPE
Mentioned by a wise professor as an ancient friend to keep from being deceived.
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Generosity
Mentioned by Matt Lewis in the context of Francesco Petrarch's ascent of Mont Ventoux and his reading of Augustine's Confessions.
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Is the Renaissance a Myth?
