The Confessions
Aug 2008 · OUP Oxford
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In this new translation the brilliant and impassioned descriptions of Augustine's colourful early life are conveyed to the English reader with accuracy and art. Augustine tells of his wrestlings to master his sexual drive, his rare ascent from a humble Algerian farm to the edge of the corridors of high power at the imperial court of Milan, and his renunciation of secular ambition and marriage as he recovered the faith that his mother had taught him. It was in a Milan garden that Augustine finally achieved the act of will to Christian conversion, which he compared to a lazy man in bed finally deciding it is time to get up and face the day. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
In this new translation the brilliant and impassioned descriptions of Augustine's colourful early life are conveyed to the English reader with accuracy and art. Augustine tells of his wrestlings to master his sexual drive, his rare ascent from a humble Algerian farm to the edge of the corridors o...
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Winston Mckenzie
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June 24, 2026
A very difficult and challenging read. It is best described as a devotional; fair enough. However, apart from the chapter on time, The Confessions is nothing more than a steam scriptural quotes that seemed designed to show Augustine's devotion to faith rather than a true exegesis of scripture. Who was he trying to impress, the bishop and church leaders: "Hey look at me, I'm so righteous, no one knows scripture better than me?" Why would he need to retell his life to God.
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