The ecological thought of Saint Augustine in De Genesi ad litteram libri XII
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The article approaches the De Genesi ad litteram of St. Augustine from an ecological perspective, in order to show how the Bishop of Hippo in this book points out that all creation is the work of the triune God, so that true ecology must be a path of discovery and adoration of the One who made all things. The importance of the text of Wis 11:21 is stressed in order to emphasise the leading role of the Trinity in creation. The sacramental dimension of the world is also presented, since it reflects the greatness, beauty and perfection of the Creator. Augustine’s classification of the animals is emphasised in order to show the greatness of the intelligence of the human being in charge of caring for, cultivating and respecting creation. The theme of God’s continuous creation is presented, as well as the order established by God, which man must respect and guard. Finally, the role of the human being as administrator and not as owner of creation is presented according to Saint Augustine in De Genesi ad litteram.
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