Augustine of Hippo

In the Confession’s introduction, Augustine used repetition of grammatical forms in the same sentence, Isocolon. “The more Augustine learnt about astronomy, the greater the tension in his adherence to the Manichee faith.”(Introduction, XV) The sentence tells us how Augustine continued in association with astronomy and slowly ceased his belief in the Manichee community. Augustine reflects on his own speech, “But in these words what have I said, my God, my life, my holy sweetness?” (Bk. I, p.5)…

St. Augustine is one of the most remarkable philosophers in Christian history. St. Augustine was born in 354 AD to a pagan father and a devout Christian mother. Such families were common in that era as paganism was retreating, while Christianity was taking root. Despite the influence of her mother, Augustine was not baptized until his late thirties, and he led a pagan lifestyle. Augustine’s life was characterized by different religious beliefs and philosophies, and this gave him the command to…

Aptly titled, Confessions of St. Augustine, is a purging of Augustine’s mind and soul to God. He is alternately pouring out his sins of flesh and mind while praising God for allowing him to do so as well as atone for the sins of his youth. Frequently he relates tales of when he found himself compelled to sin and how, having found the err in his ways, he has turned his life to the study and worship of God through the Catholic church. Explanation, though not justification, comes in how he…

as it was turning into the medieval period, Augustine lived in the “late antiquity” days. He is a fascinating figure who brings together almost four centuries of debate and consolidation concerning Christian doctrine, while stemming from teachings of Plato, making himself a pivotal philosopher. He had a yearn for happiness and introspection, which is evidence to how powerful his mind truly is. With contribution entirely to the grace of God, Augustine created the mold that other great minds…

Furthermore, Augustine barely discusses the Father in his argumentation much less than the Holy Spirit or the Son. Throughout the text, Augustine argues for the three persons’ equality. He seems to find it much more important to prove and argue for the beings of the Son and the Holy Spirit than the Father. He should discuss all three persons equally. Augustine’s comparison of the mind to the Trinity is wrong. The mind, along with everything else, cannot be compared to the Trinity. The Holy…

their paganism dominated the religious sphere on the island in the sixth century. Gregory, before becoming Pope, had long been interested in the island of Britain and desired for it to become part of the Christian world. Through his missionary, Augustine of Canterbury, Gregory was able to set precedents on how to effectively convert pagan people in order to save their souls. Through the writings of Bede, Gregory…

Augustine of Hippo was born in Thagaste, Numidia (Part of the Roman Empire) in 354 AD. His mother was Catholic brought him up accordingly, to the best of her abilities. His pagan father converted on his deathbed. He became a teacher of rhetoric and grammar. In fact, he became the Rhetoric professor for the Imperial Court of Milan, which is pretty much as good as it gets. However, none of these achievements truly make him significant. His significance sprouts from not only his life, and his…

Saint Monica also known as, Monica of Hippo, Patron saint of difficult marriages, disappointing children, victims of adultery or unfaithfulness was born 331 AD and died 387 AD. Her feast day is August 27th. When she was at a young age she married the Roman pagan Patricius, Patricius did not have the same beliefs as saint Monica but nonetheless respected her. . Monica had 3 children named, Augustine, Navigius, and Perpetua. Monica couldn’t have the children baptised because one of the kids was…

own schooling to help those in poverty he founded the “Marist Brothers of schooling” also known as the “Little Brothers of Marry”, as well as this he also started schools for young men all over France. When Saint Augustine was 17 he fell in love with a woman who was never named. St Augustine…

middle of the room. At the end of the table sits President Donald Trump, turned around looking at a screen where the news portrays the current state of the nation. Enter Niccolò Machiavelli and Augustine of Hippo. Trump: [turning to Machiavelli and Augustine] Hello. Who are you? Augustine: I am Augustine of Hippo and this is Niccolò Machiavelli. Machiavelli: We were told that you wanted some advice, that you have questions in regard to your rule. Trump: Yes. There are many who would like to see…