Full nameSaint Augustine Born354 Influential AreasBishop of Hippo Regius Known ForTheologian and Philosopher

Augustine of Hippo was a Christian theologian and philosopher whose writings influenced the development of Western Christianity and philosophy. He is recognized as a saint and a Doctor of the Church.

Vision

Augustine of Hippo's vision was primarily shaped by Christianity. He believed in the existence of an omnipotent God who is the source of all goodness and truth. His theological vision was deeply influenced by the doctrines of original sin and divine grace. He believed that humans are inherently sinful because of Adam and Eve's transgression in the Garden of Eden, and they can only be saved by God's grace. He also propounded the idea of 'just war', arguing that war can be morally justifiable if it is fought for a just cause and with a right intention.

Biography

Augustine of Hippo, also known as Saint Augustine, was born on November 13, 354, in Tagaste, in present-day Algeria. He was raised in a modest family, with his father being a pagan who converted to Christianity later in life, and his mother being a devoted Christian. Augustine received a classical education, studying Latin literature and rhetoric. In his youth, he led a hedonistic lifestyle, which he later regretted and described in his autobiographical work, 'Confessions'. After years of spiritual search, he converted to Christianity in 386 and was baptized by Ambrose, the Bishop of Milan. In 391, he was ordained a priest in Hippo Regius in North Africa, and in 395, he became the bishop of the city. He spent the rest of his life preaching, writing, and combating various Christian heresies. His works, including 'Confessions', 'City of God', and 'On Christian Doctrine', have had a profound influence on Western philosophy and Christianity. Augustine died on August 28, 430, during the siege of Hippo by the Vandals.

Awards and Recognition

While Augustine of Hippo did not receive awards in the modern sense, his contributions to Christianity have been widely recognized and celebrated. He was canonized and recognized as a Doctor of the Church by Pope Boniface VIII in 1303. His teachings and writings have continued to influence Christian thought and philosophy for centuries. His feast day is celebrated on August 28 by the Roman Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion, and on June 15 by the Eastern Orthodox Church.

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Augustine of Hippo was a Christian theologian and philosopher whose writings influenced the development of Western Christianity and philosophy. He is recognized as a saint and a Doctor of the Church.

City of Residence

Hippo Regius (Present-day Annaba, Algeria)

Known For

Theologian and Philosopher

Born

354

Location

Bishop of Hippo Regius

Company Name

Catholic Church

Education

Christian Theology, Latin Literature, Rhetoric, Philosophy

Personal Details

Augustine of Hippo was a Roman African, early Christian theologian and philosopher from Numidia whose writings influenced the development of Western Christianity and Western philosophy

Recognition

Saint in the Catholic Church, Eastern Christian Churches, and the Anglican Communion