"The City of God, Volume I" by Saint Augustine is a foundational work of Christian philosophy and theology. Written in response to the fall of Rome, it explores the contrast between the earthly city, driven by human desires, and the heavenly city, guided by faith in God. Augustine examines history, morality, and the purpose of life, offering profound insights into the relationship between the divine and human society.
Gods and Mortals
Mythology
Supernatural
Political Intrigue
Rebellion
Redemption
Apocalypse
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length23 hrs 11 mins
Narrated bySelect Your Own
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 1, 1871
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1City Of God
18Book Seventh (pt. 2)
2Editor's Preface
19Book Seventh (pt. 3)
3The City Of God (pt. 1)
20Book Eighth (pt. 1)
4The City Of God (pt. 2)
21Book Eighth (pt. 2)
5The City Of God (pt. 3)
22Book Eighth (pt. 3)
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6Book Second (pt. 1)
23Book Ninth (pt. 1)
7Book Second (pt. 2)
24Book Ninth (pt. 2)
8Book Third (pt. 1)
25Book Tenth (pt. 1)
9Book Third (pt. 2)
26Book Tenth (pt. 2)
10Book Fourth (pt. 1)
27Book Tenth (pt. 3)
11Book Fourth (pt. 2)
28Book Eleventh (pt. 1)
12Book Fifth (pt. 1)
29Book Eleventh (pt. 2)
13Book Fifth (pt. 2)
30Book Twelfth (pt. 1)
14Book Fifth (pt. 3)
31Book Twelfth (pt. 2)
15Book Sixth (pt. 1)
32Book Thirteenth (pt. 1)
16Book Sixth (pt. 2)
33Book Thirteenth (pt. 2)
17Book Seventh (pt. 1)
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Saint Augustine of Hippo
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