The Confessions of St. Augustine

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The Confessions of St. Augustine

by Saint of Hippo Augustine

EN·~10 hours·16 chapters

Chapters

16 total

THE CONFESSIONS OF SAINT AUGUSTINE

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By Saint Augustine - Bishop of Hippo

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Translated by E. B. Pusey (Edward Bouverie) - AD 401

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BOOK I

39:12

BOOK II

21:20

BOOK III

31:14

BOOK IV

38:44

BOOK V

38:06

BOOK VI

44:33

BOOK VII

47:17

Description

A timeless meditation, this work opens with a restless spirit wrestling with the mystery of God. The narrator pours out questions that echo anyone’s yearning for meaning—whether we can truly call on the divine before we know it, and how an infinite Creator might dwell within a finite heart. The prose moves like a prayerful dialogue, tracing early memories, youthful cravings, and the aching tension between pride and humility.

Soon the narrative shifts to the narrator’s formative years, revealing a life marked by indulgence, ambition, and the search for lasting satisfaction. Through vivid recollections and candid self‑examination, the text invites listeners to share in the universal quest for inner peace and spiritual belonging. Its lyrical rhythm and philosophical depth make the journey feel both intimate and profoundly resonant, offering a reflective companion for anyone who has ever felt the pull of something greater.

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Language

en

Duration

~10 hours (602K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Robert S. Munday

Release date

2002-06-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Saint of Hippo Augustine

Saint of Hippo Augustine

354–430

A restless seeker who became one of Christianity’s most influential thinkers, he wrote with unusual honesty about desire, doubt, memory, and faith. His voice still feels personal centuries later, especially in Confessions and The City of God.

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