num_pages: 326
description: In his preaching, St Augustine developed an oratorical style based on the classical rhetoric he had learned prior to his conversion which he adapted to the unique demands of Christian preaching. He still recognised the classical ends of to teach, to please and to persuade. He gave, however, the place of most importance to what was said was more important than how it was said. The result is a method of preaching that is clear, lively and well-suited to its purpose.
language: English
title: Tractates on the Gospel of John 28-54
titlecomplete: Tractates on the Gospel of John 28-54 (Fathers of the Church)
ratings_count: 3
publisher: Catholic University of America Press