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Podcast: The Commentaries
Episode: 9. The Confessions of St. Augustine: The Nature of God, the Problem of Evil
Description: Delve into Saint Augustine's intellectual struggles, grappling with the nature of God and the problem of evil. The episode touches on Augustine's exposure to various religious traditions in his youth, his evolving understanding of God's nature, and his contemplation on the origin of evil. It also highlights Augustine's recognition of the limitations of pagan philosophies and the eventual influence of Christian teachings in shaping his spiritual journey. The episode concludes with a prayer expressing Augustine's longing for eternal truth and true charity.Episode nine covers Book VII, chapters 1-16.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE...