Through the Church Fathers: June ...
Through the Church Fathers: June 8

Through the Church Fathers por C. Michael Patton

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In this episode, we trace the definitive timeline of human history, the final whispers of old habits, and the paradoxical power of fear. We begin with Theophilus of Antioch, who meticulously reconstructs the chronology of the world from Adam to the reign of Darius. By doing so, he exposes the mathematical errors of Greek and Egyptian historians, proving that the sacred records of the Hebrews are the oldest and most reliable witnesses to the origins of the world. We then enter the chamber of Augustine’s heart as he reaches the breaking point of his conversion. He captures the agonizing psychological tension of being "plucked" from behind by his old vanities, hearing their soft whispers even as he strains toward a new life. Finally, we turn to Thomas Aquinas to analyze the passion of fear. Far from being a mere hindrance, Aquinas shows how fear, wh ... 

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Apostolic FathersThomas AquinasSumma TheologicaScholasticismThrough the Church Fathers in a YearAugustineC Michael PattonTheologyChurch HistoryAthenagoras