Augustine of Hippo
Augustine of Hippo, a profound theologian and philosopher of the early Christian Church, was born on November 13, 354, in what is now Algeria.
His life journey is a rich tapestry woven with themes of conversion, faith, and intellectual rigor. Initially immersed in a life of hedonism and Manichaeism, Augustine underwent a transformative experience that led him to embrace Christianity, profoundly shaping the theological landscape of the Western world.
As the Bishop of Hippo, his writings, most notably "Confessions" and "The City of God," explore the nature of God, the human condition, and the intricate relationship between faith and reason. Augustine's thoughts on original sin, grace, and the nature of the Church have had lasting influences on Western thought and continue to resonate through the centuries. His legacy is not only one of religious significance but also of philosophical inquiry, making Augustine a central figure in the history of Christian thought and a pivotal voice in the development of Western philosophy.
All Quotes by Augustine of Hippo
Hope has two beautiful daughters; their names are Anger and Courage. Anger at the way things are, and Courage to see that they do not remain as they are.
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In order to discover the character of people we have only to observe what they love.
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Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a teardrop.
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Miracles are not contrary to nature but only contrary to what we know about nature.
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How can the past and future be, when the past no longer is, and the future is not yet? As for the present, if it were always present and never moved on to become the past, it would not be time, but eternity.
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Right is right even if no one is doing it; wrong is wrong even if everyone is doing it.
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The mind commands the body and is instantly obeyed. The mind commands itself and meets resistance.
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The truth is like a lion; you don’t have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.
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People travel to wonder
at the height of the mountains,
at the huge waves of the seas,
at the long course of the rivers,
at the vast compass of the ocean,
at the circular motion of the stars,
and yet they pass by themselves
without wondering.
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