Publisher's Synopsis
Divine Providence and the Problem of Evil: A Translation of St. Augustine's De Ordine is a book that explores the concept of divine providence and the problem of evil as presented by St. Augustine, one of the most influential Christian theologians in history. The book is a translation of Augustine's work De Ordine, which was written in the early 5th century AD.The book begins with an introduction to Augustine's life and work, and an overview of the main themes of De Ordine. It then delves into Augustine's ideas about divine providence, which he believed was the guiding force behind all of creation. Augustine argued that God's providence was responsible for both the good and the evil in the world, and that even the most terrible events were ultimately part of God's plan.The book then explores the problem of evil, which has been a central issue in Christian theology for centuries. Augustine believed that evil was not a substance or a force, but rather a lack of goodness or a privation. He argued that evil was a necessary part of God's plan, and that it served a greater purpose in the grand scheme of things.Throughout the book, the translator provides detailed notes and commentary to help readers understand Augustine's complex ideas. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Christian theology, philosophy, or the history of ideas.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.
