The nature of true religion according to Augustine of Hippo and Joseph Ratzinger (Benedict XVI) based on “De civitate Dei” Book X Cover Image

Istota prawdziwej religii według św. Augustyna z Hippony i Josepha Ratzingera (Benedykta XVI). Na podstawie X księgi De civitate Dei
The nature of true religion according to Augustine of Hippo and Joseph Ratzinger (Benedict XVI) based on “De civitate Dei” Book X

Author(s): Marek Kołodziejczyk
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion
Published by: Wyższe Seminarium Duchowne w Łodzi
Keywords: Joseph Ratzinger; Saint Augustine; religion; worship; sacrifice; heart; communion with God

Summary/Abstract: The subject of reflection in this article is the problem of nature of true religion in the theologica lthought of Saint Augustine and Cardinal Ratzinger. The uniqueness of Christian worship based ona true sacrifice comes down to remaining in closeness with God and to love and mercy which are its wellspring and expression.

  • Issue Year: 27/2018
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 211-217
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: Polish
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