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The Thomistic Institute
Politics, Augustine and the City of God | Prof. Matthew Mehan & Prof. Chad Pecknold
Apr 25, 2024
Prof. Mehan & Prof. Pecknold discuss Augustine's contrast with Cicero on justice, faith, and providence, emphasizing the role of a transcendent standard in upholding Rome's justice. They explore free will, divine causation, and the priesthood in the City of God, highlighting Augustine's views on soul, property, and divine agency. The discussion also touches on Republicanism, providence, and tolerance for error in peaceful frameworks.
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- Augustine highlights Cicero's influence on justice and faith.
- Augustine emphasizes the necessity of aligning political structures with a higher standard of justice.
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Cicero's Influence on Augustine's Views
Cicero's impact on Augustine's philosophical views is profound, with Augustine acknowledging Cicero's significance in shaping his understanding of justice and faith. Augustine highlights Cicero's role in the Romanization of Hellenic thought, refining Greek philosophies for clearer comprehension. Despite Cicero's contributions to moral philosophy and governance, Augustine differentiates their views on religion and metaphysics, critiquing Cicero's lack of faith in a higher omniscient being.
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