Nature, Miracle And Sin: A Study Of St. Augustine's Conception Of The Natural Order (1916)

By T.A. Lacey and Lacey T a (Thomas Alexander)

Book Overview

Nature, Miracle and Sin: A Study of St. Augustine's Conception of the Natural Order is a book written by T.A. Lacey and published in 1916. The book explores the ideas of St. Augustine, one of the most influential theologians in Christian history, regarding the relationship between nature, miracles, and sin. Augustine's views on these topics have had a significant impact on Christian theology, and Lacey's book provides a comprehensive analysis of his ideas.The book begins by examining Augustine's concept of the natural order, which he believed was created by God and was therefore inherently good. Lacey explores Augustine's belief that the natural order was corrupted by sin, and how this corruption affected humanity's relationship with God. He also discusses Augustine's views on miracles, which he saw as evidence of God's intervention in the natural order. Lacey analyzes Augustine's arguments for the existence of miracles and the role they play in Christian theology.Throughout the book, Lacey provides historical context for Augustine's ideas, discussing the philosophical and theological debates of his time. He also offers critical analysis of Augustine's arguments, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in Christian theology.Overall, Nature, Miracle and Sin: A Study of St. Augustine's Conception of the Natural Order is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian theology, the philosophy of religion, or the relationship between religion and science. It provides a thorough and insightful analysis of one of the most important thinkers in Christian history, and sheds light on his enduring influence on contemporary theological debates.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164010948
• ISBN13: 9781164010944
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"