by St Augustine of Hippo (Author), D. P. Curtin (Translator), M. Abbe Collery (Translator)
In this discourse, the St. Augustine engages in a theological debate regarding the nature of demonic divination and its implications for Christianity. The conversation highlights the limitations of pagan practices, asserting that while demons may predict certain events, their predictions stem from a corrupted nature and are ultimately subordinate to God's will. The author argues that the mere allowance of such practices by God does not equate to divine approval, and he emphasizes the eventual triumph of the true God over false deities, citing prophetic scriptures to support his claims. The text culminates in a reaffirmation of the Christian faith as the true path to divine truth.