Biography
Augustine was born in 354 AD in Thagaste, Numidia to a Christian mother, Monica, and a pagan father...
Major Works
Confessions
Augustine's spiritual autobiography that traces his journey from a sinful youth to his conversion to Christianity.
City of God
A comprehensive defense of Christianity against pagan critics, written after the sack of Rome.
On Christian Doctrine
A theological and hermeneutical treatise on how to interpret and teach Scripture.
Key Events
Conversion of Augustine
Augustine's conversion to Christianity in the garden of Milan.
Baptism of Augustine
Augustine's baptism by Bishop Ambrose of Milan.
Ordination of Augustine
Augustine's ordination as priest by Bishop Valerius.
Augustine Becomes Bishop
Augustine's consecration as Bishop of Hippo.
Death of Augustine
Augustine's death during the Vandal siege of Hippo.
Theological Contributions
The Trinity
The Christian doctrine of one God existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Christology
The study of the nature and person of Jesus Christ, including his divinity and humanity.
Soteriology
The study of religious doctrines of salvation, particularly in Christianity.
Original Sin
The doctrine of inherited sinfulness from Adam.
Divine Grace
God's unmerited favor in salvation.
Trinity
The doctrine of God as three persons in one being.
Predestination
God's eternal decree regarding salvation.
Just War Theory
Principles for determining when war is morally justifiable.