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Rendering What is Due | Dr. Chad Pecknold

The Thomistic Institute

CHAPTER

Cicero and Augustine on Commonwealth and Justice

The chapter delves into the concept of Commonwealth and justice based on the perspectives of Cicero and Augustine, emphasizing the importance of a just government and the pursuit of virtue. It discusses the decline of morals and the downfall of the Commonwealth, contrasting Roman morals with the idea of gods poisoning society. Additionally, it explores the role of mediators in theology and the importance of a proper mediator to unite and bring happiness to humanity.

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