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Augustine of Hippo

Aurelius Augustinus Hipponensis (354-430), better known as Augustine of Hippo, is extolled as the greatest of the Christian Church Fathers. More than any other writer, he developed what would become known as systematic theology, or an explanation of how Christianity fits into views of the universe, creation, and humankind's relationship with God.

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[tmarshconnors]

"The truth is like a lion; you don't have to defend it Let it loose; it will defend itself."

Augustine of Hippo, also known as Saint Augustine, was a theologian and philosopher of Berber origin and the bishop of Hippo Regius in Numidia, Roman North Africa. 

Born: 13 November 354 AD, Thagaste

Died: 28 August 430 AD (age 75 years), Ruins of Hippo (Hippo Regius), Annaba, Algeria.

Early Life and Conversion: Augustine, born in 354 AD in North Africa (modern-day Algeria), led a life of worldly pursuits until his conversion to Christianity in 386. His spiritual journey is detailed in his famous autobiography, "Confessions."

Bishop of Hippo: Augustine served as the Bishop of Hippo (in present-day Annaba, Algeria) from 395 until his death in 430. During his episcopacy, he played a crucial role in defending orthodox Christian doctrine against various heresies.

Major Works: Augustine's writings have had a profound impact on Christian theology. His notable works include "Confessions," an introspective autobiographical work, and "The City of God," a monumental treatise on theology, philosophy, and the destiny of humanity.

Doctrine of Original Sin: Augustine developed the influential theological concept of Original Sin, which posits that humanity inherits a sinful nature from the fall of Adam and Eve. This idea has had a lasting impact on Christian theology and soteriology.

Influence on Western Christianity: Augustine's teachings have left an indelible mark on Western Christianity. His views on grace, predestination, and the relationship between faith and reason have shaped theological discussions for centuries, influencing both Catholic and Protestant traditions.

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Saint Augustine Calling all Pinterest lovers. Feast your eyes on the colorful wonders of Saint Augustine - a delightful English destination that will inspire your wanderlust.

[waywordsstudio]

3 Word Review: “The Confessions" by Augustine of Hippo - An opening half with a very human lament of past sin, but evolving to a passage of enlightenment; I recommend reading this with a guide of some kind to better appreciate the historical context. One of my favorite sources was the Literature and History podcast.

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[thesynaxarium]

Today we celebrate the memory of the Blessed Augustine of Hippo. Saint Augustine was born in the city of Thagaste in northern Africa. He was raised by his mother, Saint Monica (May 4), and he received his education at Carthage. In the capacity of professor of rhetoric, Augustine arrived at Milan, Italy where Saint Ambrose (December 7) was bishop. Under the guidance of Saint Ambrose, Augustine studied the Holy Scriptures. The Word of God produced in his soul a radical crisis; he accepted holy Baptism, gave all his wealth to the poor and was tonsured as a monk. In the year 391 Valerian, Bishop of Hippo, ordained Saint Augustine a priest, and in 395, appointed him vicar bishop of the see of Hippo. After the death of Bishop Valerian, Saint Augustine took his place. During his 35 years as bishop, Saint Augustine wrote many works devoted to combating the Donatist, Manichaean and Pelagian heresies. Saint Augustine wrote many works (according to his student and biographer Possidias, the number approached 1030). Of his works the best known are: The City of God (De civitate Dei), The Confessions, 17 Books against the Pelagians and Handbook of Christian Knowledge (The Enchiridion). Saint Augustine was concerned above all else that his writings be intelligent and edifying. “It is better,” he said, “for them to condemn our grammar, than for people not to understand.” Saint Augustine died on August 28, 430. May he intercede for us all + #saint #augustine #blessedaugustine #blessed #heresy #faith #prayer #tears #pray #mother #monica #saintmonica #augustineofhippo #churchfather #church #father #baptism #baptise #orthodox #saintoftheday (at Annaba, Algeria) https://www.instagram.com/p/CezH7Cjv7cj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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There is no saint without a past, no sinner without a future.

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[quotaholic]

Go forth on your path, as it exists only through your walking.

Augustine of Hippo

[debonairterrific]

"What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like." Quote from Saint Augustine 📜✒ #augustineofhippo #thursdaymotivation #goodmorning #spiritualawakening #discipline #seashore #livelife #ocean #lent 🌍⭐🍝🌝✈🚝🌊👣💗 #DebonairTerrific #liferesurgence #splendiferousadventure #thankful #thankfulquotes #thankyou #dreams #dreambig #hope #quotes #quote #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotesaboutlife #quotestoremember #motivationalquotes #motivation https://www.instagram.com/p/BvRAX8OgHL_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=naah5kjh3h65

[ijoswil]

Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in thee. - Confessions - Augustine Of Hippo #BookQuotes #AugustineOfHippo #Confessions #ML #MARDLife #Augustine #God #Lord #Heart #Rest #Restless https://www.instagram.com/p/BubxjcfnmWz/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mg6waovbk9lc

[blankpagesofmine]

"The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page." ~Augustine of Hippo #travel #wanderlust #explore #roam #seattle #spaceneedle #photooftheday #picoftheday #photography #streetphotography #cloudporn #skyporn #city #westcoast #wordporn #quote #augustineofhippo #friday (at Space Needle)

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The Christian Concept of Human Sexuality as Sin

In the ancient world, human sexuality was crucial for the survival of the tribe and clan as well as pleasurable, a gift from the gods. Thousands of native cults emphasized fertility through rituals and prayers, and ancient gods were depicted with matching goddesses who produced offspring. There was a broad acceptance of the benefits of human sexuality; procreation ensured the survival of the community. Portraits of gods and goddesses were either nude or scantily, emphasized the male and female attributes and their roles in fertility.

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On the #Enemy #satanstrategy #christianposts "The Devil often transforms himself into an angel to tempt men, some for their instruction, some for their ruin." —#AugustineofHippo "The deceit, the lie of the Devil consists of this, that he wishes to make man believe that he can live without God's Word." —#DietrichBonhoeffer "The existence of the Devil is so clearly taught in the Bible that to doubt it is to doubt the Bible itself." —#ArchibaldGBrown "The Devil can counterfeit all the saving operations and graces of the Spirit of God." —#JonathanEdwards "The Enemy will not see you vanish into God's company without an effort to reclaim you." —#CSLewis "For where God built a church, there the Devil would also build a chapel." —Martin Luther "That there is a Devil is a thing doubted by none but such as are under the influences of the Devil." —#CottonMather "The more God uses us, the more Satan will attempt to harass us." —#DrCharlesFStanley "The Devil is a better theologian than any of us and is a devil still." —#AWTozer "The Devil does not tempt unbelievers and sinners who are already his own." —#ThomasàKempis #Sbs Morutisbs Sigudla Siphiwe Billy Sigudla Siphiwe Billy Sigudla (at Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoNnmYehSyO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=8ieyj1av7c80

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Ceiling inside the step pyramid of the southern wing of #NyCarlsbergGlyptotek in #Copenhagen --------------------- Quantum in te crescit amor, tantum crescit pulchritudo; quia ipsa caritas est animae pulchritudo (Sanctus Augustinus, epistulam Ioannis ad Parthos, tractatus IX, 9) Soviel in dir die Liebe wächst, soviel wächst die Schönheit in dir. Denn die Liebe ist die Schönheit der Seele. (Augustinus von Hippo) Beauty grows in you to the extent that love grows, because charity itself is the soul's beauty. (Augustine of Hippo) #augustineofhippo #sanctusaugustinus #churchfathers #catholictheologian #ancientchristianity #glyptoteket #glyptoteketcopenhagen #nycarlsbergglyptotek #classicalarchitecture #ceilings #stucco (her: Glyptoteket)

[lalihelen]

I asked the whole frame of the world about my God; and he answered, I am not He, but He made me. 😇🙏 #ant #augustineofhippo #quote #God #godcreation #awareness #love #consciousness #faith #ONE #nature #naturephotography #naturelovers #instaphoto #instafaith #instagood #instanature #loveforall #beauty (la Parc Dendrologic Alba Iulia)

[thesynaxarium]

Today we celebrate the memory of our Holy Mother among the Saints, Monica of Thagaste, mother of the Blessed Augustine of Hippo. Through her constant tears for her prodigal son, she was finally able to convert him to the truth of Orthodoxy, who then became a great church Church Father. May she intercede for us all + #saint #monica #blessedaugustine #augustine #saintaugustine #augustineofhippo #tears #prayer #faith #love #orthodoxy #orthodox #saintoftheday (at Thagaste) https://www.instagram.com/p/CObCqNlJBtr/?igshid=175ltfnt6c568

[slave-of-the-lord-jesus-christ]

The oldest, the ablest, and the most ardent student of Scripture, will say at the end of the day: "I have finished, and yet my studies have just begun."

Augustine of Hippo, Letter 137