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Author Augustine, Saint, Bishop of Hippo, 354-430
Author Possidius, Saint, active 370-437
Translator Moreau, Louis Ignace, 1807-1881
Title Les confessions de saint Augustin, évêque d'Hippone: précédées de sa vie par S. Possidius, évêque de Calame... ; traduction nouvelle par L. Moreau
Original Publication France: Ernest Flammarion,1914.
Note Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
Summary "Les Confessions" by Saint Augustine is a philosophical and theological treatise written in the late 4th to early 5th century. This work is largely autobiographical, documenting Augustine's journey from a life of sin and philosophical skepticism to one of faith and commitment to Christian doctrine. It explores profound themes of sin, grace, and the nature of God, ultimately focusing on Augustine's internal struggles and transformation as he seeks spiritual enlightenment and truth. The opening of "Les Confessions" introduces Saint Augustine's reflections on his early years, emphasizing his education and grappling with different philosophical ideas before his conversion to Christianity. It highlights the influence his mother had on his early life and the pivotal role played by Bishop Ambrose in Augustine's eventual decision to embrace the Christian faith. The narrative outlines his renunciation of worldly desires in favor of religious devotion, culminating in his determination to serve God fully within the Church. These initial chapters set the stage for Augustine's deep theological explorations and his quest for a direct and personal relationship with God throughout the rest of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
Subject Augustine, Saint, Bishop of Hippo
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