
Saint Augustine of Hippo lived between 13 November 354 – 28 August 430, during this period he studied and developed ideas in the fields of philosophy and Christian theology. Augustine is considered to be one of the biggest influences on western culture. His writings have shaped the foundation of so many of our traditions and ideas. Such as self-reporting about our own lives, known as creating an autobiography. One of Augustine’s seminal works is titled The Confessions. In which he tells his life’s journey and recounts his accent from the dualistic religion of the Manicheans to Christian belief. This book written 1600 years ago is held to be the first western-style autobiography.
The Confessions, not only serves as a guide for the first autobiographies but is also rich with philosophical questions and ideas. It is still widely read today by people of all faiths, and although it was written 1600 years ago, it still resonates with the times. The events recounted in his book can easily be visualized with our modern eyes. I personally have read this book, and it changed the way that I see the entire history of the human race. If you have not had the chance to read the book, you can listen to a beautiful narration Here for Free!
Augustine not only begins the autobiographical tradition through The Confessions, but he also helps to illuminate a variety of church doctrines. Those most popular of his doctrinal works are on the ideas of Original sin, Purgatory, Free will, Predestination, and Just war theory. His work in these areas still affects how we understand them. It is safe to say that no matter what Augustine was writing about, it has become timeless.
To help you get a taste of what he wrote, I have compiled a list containing 30 of his most famous quotes.
Each one of the quotes can also be purchased as a poster or canvas print. They serve as reminders of the truths they teach and make great gifts for anyone who studies philosophy or theology.
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