Saint Augustine, Bishop And Doctor: A Historical Study

By Philip Burton and Reader in Latin and Early Christian Studies Philip Burton

Book Overview

""Saint Augustine, Bishop And Doctor: A Historical Study"" by Philip Burton is a comprehensive examination of the life and impact of Saint Augustine, one of the most influential figures in the history of Christianity. The book provides a detailed account of Augustine's early life, his conversion to Christianity, his theological and philosophical writings, and his role as Bishop of Hippo. Burton explores Augustine's ideas on a wide range of topics, including sin, grace, free will, and the nature of God, and examines their lasting influence on Christian thought. The book also delves into Augustine's relationships with other key figures of his time, such as Ambrose of Milan and Jerome, and his interactions with the wider political and social context of the late Roman Empire. Through a careful analysis of historical sources and contemporary scholarship, ""Saint Augustine, Bishop And Doctor: A Historical Study"" offers a nuanced and insightful portrait of one of the most important thinkers of the Christian tradition.By A Priest Of The Congregation Of The Mission (Burton), A Pilgrim To Hippo.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428609830
• ISBN13: 9781428609839
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"