Soundings in St. Augustine's Imagination.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

O'Connell, Robert J.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Christian philosophy.

Metaphysics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (316 pages)

Place of Publication:

Basel/Berlin/Boston : Fordham University Press, 1993.

Summary:

This scholarly work by Robert J. O'Connell explores the imaginative dimension of St. Augustine's writings, particularly focusing on his 'Confessions' and other theological texts. The book delves into the imagery and metaphors used by Augustine to express his philosophical and theological insights, examining how these elements contribute to a deeper understanding of his thought. O'Connell aims to uncover the layers of imagination underlying Augustine's conversion and broader theological perspectives, highlighting the interplay between imagination and metaphysics in Augustine's work. Intended for scholars and students of theology and philosophy, the book offers a fresh perspective on Augustine as a philosophical artist, akin to Plato, and emphasizes the significance of imagery in comprehending his insights. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9780823296651

0823296652

OCLC:

1309038996