Catholic Classics Day 49: Genesis (The Confessions of St. Augustine)
Nov 19, 2023
This podcast dives into St. Augustine's contemplation of the creation account in Genesis, exploring the fusion of Neoplatonic and Christian ideas. It delves into the complexities of form and formlessness, philosophical musings on creation and existence, and the depths of love and God. The speakers discuss theological studies, divine mysteries, and the balance between understanding and humility.
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Pray Before Theology Study
- Approach theology with prayer and humility, asking God to reveal Himself.
- Engage in sacred study with a desire for grace to understand divine mysteries.
Conceiving Creation Intellectually
- Creation is to be intellectually conceived, not imagined as a picture.
- St. Augustine emphasizes creation ex nihilo and the greater reality of immaterial things over material ones.
Theology’s Vastness and Patience
- Father Jacob Bertrand felt overwhelmed studying theology initially but learned to accept its vastness.
- He advises grasping what you can and letting understanding slowly inform you.