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The Suffering of Republics, Self-Sacrifice, and the Virtues of Two Cities | Dr. Chad Pecknold

The Thomistic Institute

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Augustine's Argument on Humility and Rome

The chapter delves into Augustine's views on humility in Rome, contrasting it with glory and power, emphasizing its importance for greatness and healing. It explores the concept of the Two Cities in the first ten books, discussing conversion and the potential for individuals in the earthly city to become citizens of the city of God, through the lens of various Roman thinkers.

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