On Christian Doctrine

By: Saint Augustine

Narrated by: Simon Vance

“There are certain rules for the interpretation of Scripture which I think might with great advantage be taught to earnest students of the word, that they may profit not only from reading the works of others who have laid open the secrets of the sacred writings, but also from themselves opening such secrets to others. These rules I propose to teach to those who are able and willing to learn.”

With these words Saint Augustine (354-430 AD) began one of the finest theological treatments ever written on reading and interpreting Holy Scripture. Pastors, monks, and educated laypersons cherished De Doctrina Christiana from the time Augustine wrote it through the Middle Ages. Today, if this wonderful little audiobook is less well-known, it nevertheless remains as insightful as ever.

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Required Reading/Listening

Like everything by Augustine, this text is sublime. It contains the seeds of modern semiotics, just for starters. Augustine is a genius, and everyone should read everything he wrote, because it’s seminal to Western civilization. I listened to this in the Audible recording, and the performance is excellent. Highly recommended.

very well organized and pleasing to hear.

thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book. if you're not paying attention, you will miss a lot in a very short time. listen to this book with your full attention because that is what the author demands. you will find it immensely rewarding to put aside all distractions and focus on his words.

Outstanding!

From start to finish a masterpiece! The narration is awesome! Good for a repeat listening right away!

Perfect book, perfect performance

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Saint Augustine had exquisite insight into scripture and it shows in the guidance he shares for fruitful Christian living throughout the text. This book should be mandatory reading for all seeking to live a Christian life.

Nice!

I like it. It is a good book, and others should listen to it as well.