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Glorious Vices? Reconsidering Augustine's View of Pagan Virtue

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Philosophical analysis revisits Augustine's perspective on pagan virtue, suggesting a complex nuance in his critique.

Augustine critiques pagan virtue but acknowledges its complexities, revealing a nuanced view rather than outright condemnation.
His arguments reflect an understanding of civic virtues as imperfect yet commendable, challenging traditional interpretations of his stance.
Analysis of Augustine’s historical context shows him as a committed eudaimonist with a revisionary approach to virtue theory.
This exploration highlights how Augustine valued compassion and communal flourishing alongside theological notions of true virtue.

Jesse Couenhoven (2025) studied this question.

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