St. Augustine
United StatesphilosopherMaleb. 3548.2Global Dominance: 0.02%St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430 AD) was an early Christian theologian and philosopher whose writings influenced the development of Western Christianity and philosophy. Born in present-day Algeria, he led a tumultuous early life before converting to Christianity and becoming a bishop. His works, including 'Confessions' and 'The City of God,' explore themes of faith, grace, and the nature of God. St. Augustine is known for his views on original sin, the nature of free will, and the importance of divine grace, making him a foundational figure in Christian theology.
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St. Augustine is referenced as a significant thinker on the topic of peace.
On Pacifism - The Times of India
India· 2026-08-04
The just war theory has been church teaching since St Augustine developed it more than 1,600 years ago.
Pope Leo is right. There is no such thing as a ‘just war’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-08-02
St. Augustine is regarded as one of Christianity's most important Church Fathers.
Two unknown St. Augustine sermons authenticated on medieval manuscriptUnited States· 2026-07-29
St Augustine is cited for his argument that the order of the universe points to a Supreme Mind.
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Kenya· 2026-06-24
St. Augustine is cited as a source of inspiration for today’s faithful by Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini for care of migrants
Canada· 2026-06-21
St Augustine notes that people of his era tend to go back to bed if they sneeze while putting on their slippers.
The sneeze secret: how much should you worry about this explosive reflex? | Health
United Kingdom· 2026-02-08
Leo XIV’s Augustinian spirituality seems to shape his vision, echoing Augustine’s thoughts on justice, rooted in love.
Letter of the Day | Pope of vulnerability, continuity and justice | Letters
Jamaica· 2025-05-10
St Augustine declared, 'We are an Easter people and alleluia is our song.'
Sean Major-Campbell | Rolling away stones of injustice at Easter | NewsJamaica· 2025-04-20
St Augustine had been a bit of a lad, frequenting, as he put it, 'houses of ill repute'.
Munster have a sniff as the Champions Cup gets blooming great – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-11
St. Augustine teaches that true Christian charity unites us to God.
Charity is key to our Catholic faith. Supreme Court will hear that caseUnited States· 2025-03-31