The Ideal Christian Orator of Augustine's De Doctrina Christiana.

The article focuses on Augustine's concept of the ideal Christian orator in "De Doctrina Christiana," exploring how it differs from classical rhetorical ideals and emphasizing the orator's role in fighting heresy and ensuring church unity. Topics include a review of existing literature on Augustine'...

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Published in:Journal of Communication & Religion Vol. 46; no. 4; pp. 5 - 28
Main Author: Ofori, Dominic Maximillian
Format: Article
Published: Religious Communication Association Winter2023
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        Augustine, Saint, Bishop of Hippo, 354-430
        Orators
        Public opinion
        Communicative competence
        Wisdom
        Communication ethics
        Christians
        Religious communities
        Will of God
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          Augustine, Saint, Bishop of Hippo, 354-430
          Orators
          Public opinion
          Communicative competence
          Wisdom
          Communication ethics
          Christians
          Religious communities
          Will of God
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