![]() ![]() Professor Henry Chadwick wrote that Confessions will "always rank among the great masterpieces of western literature. ![]() It is widely seen as the first Western autobiography ever written, and was an influential model for Christian writers throughout the Middle Ages. Its original title was Confessions in Thirteen Books, and it was composed to be read out loud with each book being a complete unit.Ĭonfessions is generally considered one of Augustine's most important texts. Modern English translations of it are sometimes published under the title The Confessions of Saint Augustine in order to distinguish the book from other books with similar titles. The Prayer - You Are Christ (By Saint Augustine of Hippo.). As Augustine tells his life story, he reveals how you can find the way to rest securely in Jesus, discern good from evil, avoid false spiritual pursuits, and know the will of God. The work outlines Saint Augustine's sinful youth and his conversion to Christianity. Prayer for the Bishops Annual Appeal - Loving and gracious God You gave us your Son. Augustine has a special place among the world's greatest books. ![]() ![]() Pusey (Edward Bouverie)Ĭonfessions (Latin: Confessiones) is the name of an autobiographical work, consisting of 13 books, by Saint Augustine of Hippo, written in Latin between AD 397 and 400. ![]()
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