Aurelius Augustinus Boeken

Bijna veertig jaar lang heeft Augustinus (354-430) in Noord-Afrika de geloofsgemeenschap als predikant gediend. Van heinde en verre kwamen mensen naar de kerk om zelf de woorden van de befaamde bisschop te beluisteren of zijn preken in opdracht van anderen op te tekenen. Zo zijn ongeveer zeshonderd preken van hem bewaard.Voor deze bundel werden achtentwintig preken vertaald van de sermones de scripturis. Dit boek bevat de laatste reeks preken over passages uit brieven van het Nieuwe Testament. Op twee uitzonderingen na verschijnt in dit boek van alle preken de eerste Nederlandse vertaling.In bijna elke preek komen verrassende wendingen aan het licht. Zo staat Augustinus in een van de preken nauwkeurig stil bij de vraag wat er gebeurt wanneer je doet wat je aan een ander hebt beloofd.

Verslag van twee debatten van de Latijnse kerkvader (354-430) met manicheeërs, volgelingen van de filosoof Mani die hem als profeet en apostel erkenden en de wereld als een strijd tussen goed en kwaad beschouwden.

Augustine's long exposition of the doctrine of theTrinity was written after the Council of Constantinople (381) had settled the matter of the consubstantiality of the three Persons of the Trinity. Augustine began this work around the year 400 and completed it in 416. Taking the image of God in the human being (Genesis 1:26-27) as his starting-point, Augustine reasons that since God is triune, the image must be so, too. There ensues a laborious quest for three aspects of every individual human being that serve as a mirror of the Trinity. En route to the successful outcome of his quest, Augustine explores a variety of theological and anthropological concepts.

The second book of the Catholic Classics series, The Confessions of St. Augustine , is an updated translation of the key work of Catholic tradition that is accessible for modern readers . Often considered one of the most influential and inspiring works of the saints, this classic yet relevant text was written by the Doctor of the Church as a prayer to God, confessing his faith despite past mistakes and recognizing the ways that God has transformed his heart. Through the years, it has remained a key reflection on the spiritual life for believers who seek to persevere through weakness toward the glory of heaven. Exploring topics such as understanding Sacred Scripture, the weakness of the human heart, and the transformative power of an encounter with the living God, this text draws readers ever closer to God through St. Augustine’s conversations with the heavenly Father who called him out of a life of sin and onto the path toward sainthood .With a new translation by Dr. Matthew Minerd, this special version renews Catholics' understanding and appreciation of this spiritual classic. It also This beautiful book draws all Catholics into a deeper relationship with God in their pursuit of holiness through the honesty, authenticity, and wisdom of one of the Church’s greatest saints.

Augustine's commentary on the Gospel of John stands out as the most complete and theologically profound among ancient Christian writings. It explores significant themes central to Augustine's thought, including the Trinity, the person of Christ, the Church's nature, and its sacraments, while also addressing the fulfillment of the divine plan. This work not only reflects Augustine's theological insights but also serves as a comprehensive examination of John's gospel, making it a vital resource for understanding early Christian doctrine.

Exploring the dichotomy between the Earthly City and the City of God, this philosophical work by Augustine presents human history as a struggle between these two realms. It emphasizes the ultimate triumph of the City of God, reflecting on the implications for faith and society. Through this lens, the book delves into themes of morality, divine providence, and the nature of true happiness, offering profound insights into the Christian understanding of history and existence.