Hello friends,
Episode 5 of the Athenaeum Podcast is now live!
Jeremy sits down with Dr. Matthew Knotts to discuss Augustine’s Confessions, the remarkably honest and insightful struggle to find meaning by the great 4th century theologian.
You can now watch for free on Substack, or here on YouTube if you prefer.
Enjoy!
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