One of the early Christian leaders and writers known as the Fathers of the Church. He was converted to Christianity by Ambrose in Milan and became bishop of Hippo (modern Annaba, Algeria) in 396. Among Augustine's many writings are his Confessions, a spiritual autobiography, and De Civitate Dei/The City of God, vindicating the Christian church and divine providence in 22 books.
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