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Instructing Beginners in Faith

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Saint Augustine wrote Instructing Beginners in Faith as a reflection on the most suitable way of communicating the heart of Christian faith to those applying for membership of the Church. In the course of the past sixteen hundred years. however, the treatise has been frequently and creatively adapted to serve the needs of education in faith in many different contexts, including the education of clergy and religious education more generally. The two model catecheses that Augustine sketches not only continue to have relevance today but also provide an important insight into his understanding of the use of scripture and tradition. And Augustine's awareness of the problems that religious educators face demonstrates his profound grasp of the human condition.

Augustine of Hippo, Doctor of the Church, is one of the greatest thinkers and writers in the Western world. After he became Christian he was made bishop of Hippo in Africa where he was very influential in civil and church affairs. With more than 113 books, 200 letters and 500 sermons he has left a lasting impact on Western philosophy and culture. Besides The Confessions his other well-known works include The Trinity, The City of God, and The Expositions of the Psalms.

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268

Publisher

El Segundo, California, USA : New City Press., 2006

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Softcover; 173 hlm.; 13.7 x 21.5 cm

Language

English

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9781565482395 / 1565482395

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268

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Christian Organization, Social Work and Worship
Religion & Spirituality
Nonfiction
History
Religious Education
Christian Ministry: Adult

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Saint Augustine of Hippo

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