The Confessions Of Augustine (1860) - Saint Augustine - Bog

The Confessions of Augustine is a classic autobiography written by Saint Augustine, a prominent Christian theologian and philosopher, in the 5th century AD. The book is divided into 13 chapters, each of which discusses a different aspect of Augustine's life and spiritual journey.In the first few chapters, Augustine reflects on his childhood and early education, including his struggles with temptation and sin. He then moves on to discuss his time as a young adult, during which he was heavily influenced by the teachings of the Manichaean religion.As the book progresses, Augustine describes his conversion to Christianity and the profound impact it had on his life. He discusses his experiences as a priest and bishop, as well as his theological beliefs and philosophical musings.Throughout the book, Augustine grapples with questions of morality, free will, and the nature of God. He also reflects on his own shortcomings and failings, offering a deeply personal and introspective account of his spiritual journey.The Confessions of Augustine is widely regarded as a masterpiece of Western literature and a foundational text in Christian theology. Its themes of sin, redemption, and the search for meaning continue to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.