Catholic Classics Day 38: The Gift of the Mind (The Confessions of St. Augustine)
Nov 8, 2023
Explore St. Augustine's reflections on the human mind and its capacity for knowledge. Learn about learning and recalling information from memory and the complexity of conversion. Discover the significance of effective communication and understanding the audience. Embrace the gift of the mind and the importance of fulfilling one's purpose
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Learning and Recalling Information from Memory
03:59 • 10min
The Complexity of Knowing and Growing in Conversion
13:32 • 4min
Effective Communication, Understanding the Audience, and Intellectual Distance
17:27 • 3min
The Gift of the Mind and Embracing Human Dignity
20:51 • 2min