Jezus Chrystus i pokój. Refleksje św. Augustyna z Hippony
Jesus Christ and Peace. The Reflections of St. Augustine of Hippo
Author(s): Paweł WygralakSubject(s): History of Church(es), Philosophy of Religion
Published by: Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II - Wydział Teologii
Keywords: Jesus Christ; St. Augustine of Hippo; peace; eternal life; earthly life;
Summary/Abstract: The article discusses the teaching of St. Augustine on the subject of peace as a gift of Christ. As he was leaving the world, the Savior gave people the gift of peace. According to the teaching of St. Paul in Eph 2:14, it is due to this gift that the harmony between the human spirit and body are restored. It is also possible to reconcile Jews, represented by the shepherds coming to adore the newborn Christ baby, and Gentiles, represented by the Magi arriving from the East. Yet earthly peace is not a perfect peace, for man gives in to lusts, comes into conflict with his neighbors, and suffers from many shortcomings in everyday life. However, none of this should discourage anyone from seeking peace. St. Augustine thinks that Jesus’ disciples ought to strive for peace, since peace is the surest way to achieve the perfect peace of eternal life. There, there will be no more conflicts but a constant closeness to God.
Journal: Verbum Vitae
- Issue Year: 2016
- Issue No: 30
- Page Range: 259-276
- Page Count: 18
- Language: Polish