Augustine And Liberal Education

Augustine and Liberal Education sheds light on liberal education past and present, from an Augustinian point of view. Ranging from historical investigations of particular themes and issues in the thought of Saint Augustine, to reflections on the role of tradition and community and the challenges and opportunities facing universities in the next century, the contributors return to the sources of traditional reflection while exploring contemporary issues in education.

This book applies Augustine's thought to current questions of teaching and learning. The essays are written in an accessible style and is not intended just for experts on Augustine or church history.

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Scholars of the humanities, philosophy, ethics, education, political science, and theology at Villanova University critically explore the connection between Augustinian inquiry and the renewal of liberal education. Essays are divided into four sections addressing Augustine's thoughts on education as expressed in the ; the idea of education in some of Augustine's other works; the issue of authority in Augustine's thought; and the implications of Augustine's thought for liberal education since his time. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Kim Paffenroth is chair of the Religious Studies Department and associate professor at Iona College. Kevin L. Hughes is associate professor in Department of Theology and Religious Studies and director of the Patristic, Medieval, and Renaissance Conference at Villanova University.