New Polity The Problem of Death and the City of Man
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Jul 11, 2024 Alex Denley and Dr. Andrew Jones delve into the problem of death in pagan regimes using St. Augustine's 'City of God'. They discuss Cain's murder of Abel, founding cities by violence, inferior law of violence, and Christ's overturning of death. The contrast between paganism and Christianity, divine law in ancient times, and exploring biblical narratives are also highlighted.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Common Element in Pagan Societies and the Role of Death in Social Order
02:02 • 2min
Augustine's Views on Death and the Human Soul
03:39 • 16min
Exploring the Nature of God and Temptation
19:21 • 2min
Exploration of Cain and Abel Story
21:08 • 14min
The Theme of Submission and Redemption through Biblical Narratives
35:10 • 14min
Divine Law and Regime Power in Ancient Times
48:43 • 14min