Publisher's Synopsis
The Concept of the Human Soul According to Saint Augustine is a scholarly book written by William Patrick O'Connor and first published in 1921. The book explores the philosophical and theological ideas of Saint Augustine regarding the nature of the human soul. Augustine was a prominent theologian and philosopher who lived in the fourth and fifth centuries AD and wrote extensively on the subject of the soul.O'Connor's book is divided into six chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Augustine's ideas about the soul. The first chapter provides an overview of Augustine's life and his major works, including his influential book, Confessions. The second chapter discusses Augustine's understanding of the soul as a spiritual entity that is distinct from the body. The third chapter explores Augustine's ideas about the immortality of the soul and its relationship to God.The fourth chapter delves into Augustine's views on the nature of sin and how it affects the soul. The fifth chapter examines Augustine's concept of the will and its role in the human soul. Finally, the sixth chapter considers Augustine's ideas about the afterlife and the fate of the soul after death.Throughout the book, O'Connor provides detailed analysis and commentary on Augustine's ideas, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources. The book is aimed at scholars and students of philosophy, theology, and religious studies who are interested in the history of ideas and the development of Christian thought. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex and nuanced ideas of one of the most influential thinkers in Western history.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.
