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Augustine of Hippo (354-430) was a bishop, theologian, and philosopher.
He was born in North Africa to a pagan father and a Christian mother.
He studied rhetoric and philosophy in Carthage, where he became a Manichaean.
After a period of spiritual searching, he converted to Christianity in 386.
He was ordained a priest in 391 and became bishop of Hippo in 396.
He wrote extensively on a wide range of theological and philosophical topics.
His most famous works include Confessions, City of God, and On Christian Doctrine.
He is considered one of the most important figures in the history of Christianity.

Miracles are not contrary to nature but only contrary to what we know about nature.

Augustine of Hippo

In my deepest wound I saw your glory, and it dazzled me.

Augustine of Hippo

To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek him the greatest adventure; to find him, the greatest human achievement.

Augustine of Hippo

Understanding is the reward of faith. Therefore, seek not to understand that you may believe, but believe that you may understand.

Augustine of Hippo

Christ is not valued at all, unless he is valued above all.

Augustine of Hippo

The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.

Augustine of Hippo

The truth is like a lion; you don’t have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.

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