“It is indeed better (as no one ever could deny) that men should be led to worship God by teaching, than that they should be driven to it by fear of punishment or pain; but it does not follow that because the former course produces the better men, therefore those who do not yield to it should be neglected. For many have found advantage (as we have proved, and are daily proving by actual experiment), in being first compelled by fear or pain, so that they might afterwards be influenced by teaching, or might follow out in act what they had already learned in word.”
Quote by Saint Augustine
Work
Saint Augustine of Hippo Collection [50 Books]
The Saint Augustine of Hippo Collection is a comprehensive compilation of the works of one of the most influential figures in the history of Christian thought. It features his seminal works such as 'Confessions,' 'City of God,' and 'On the Trinity,' offering readers a deep insight into his philosophical and theological perspectives. more
Author
Saint Augustine
Saint Augustine, born on November 13, 354 in Tagaste, North Africa, and died on August 28, 430, was an influential Christian theologian, philosopher, and writer. He is considered one of the 'Fathers of the Church' and had a profound impact on Christian theology, philosophy, and Latin literature. His work 'Confessions' is a classic of Western literature, and his thoughts have had a lasting influence on Christian doctrine and Western culture. more
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