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Augustine's City of God and the Nature of Politics | Chad Pecknold

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Exploring the Political Thought of St. Augustine's City of God

The chapter delves into the nature of politics through the teachings of Christianity and St. Augustine's City of God, discussing common goods, the highest good, and the distinction between the city of man and the city of God. It examines how politics can shape participation in the common good, comparing ancient political philosophies to modern tendencies, and emphasizing the importance of the church in upholding societal well-being.

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