The Morals Of The Catholic Church (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425465667)

""The Morals of the Catholic Church"" is a book written by Saint Augustine, a renowned philosopher and theologian of the early Christian Church. The book is a comprehensive treatise on the moral teachings of the Catholic Church, covering a wide range of topics such as the nature of sin, the virtues, and the role of grace in the moral life. Throughout the book, Saint Augustine draws on his extensive knowledge of Scripture, philosophy, and the teachings of the Church Fathers to provide a clear and systematic account of Catholic moral theology. He emphasizes the importance of grace in the moral life, arguing that it is only through the gift of divine grace that human beings can overcome their sinful tendencies and achieve true moral excellence. The book also addresses some of the most pressing moral issues of Saint Augustine's time, such as the problem of evil and the nature of human freedom. In addition, it provides practical guidance for living a virtuous life, offering advice on how to cultivate the virtues of humility, charity, and chastity. Overall, ""The Morals of the Catholic Church"" is a timeless classic of Catholic moral theology, offering profound insights into the nature of human morality and the role of the Church in guiding individuals towards moral excellence. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christian thought and the development of Catholic moral teaching.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: St. Augustin the Writings Against the Manicheans and Against the Donatists: Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church V4, by Saint Augustin . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766183947.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Saint Augustin
ISBN-10: 1425465668
ISBN-13: 9781425465667
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d