Augustine's Quest Of Wisdom: Life And Philosophy Of The Bishop Of Hippo (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436707831)

Augustine�������s Quest of Wisdom: Life and Philosophy of the Bishop of Hippo is a book written by Vernon J. Bourke. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and teachings of Saint Augustine, one of the most influential Christian thinkers of all time. Augustine was a bishop of Hippo in North Africa, and his writings have had a profound impact on Western philosophy and theology.The book explores Augustine's life and how his experiences shaped his philosophical and theological views. It covers his early life, his conversion to Christianity, his struggles with sin and temptation, and his later years as a bishop and teacher.The book also delves into Augustine's major works, including his Confessions, City of God, and On Christian Doctrine. Bourke provides a detailed analysis of Augustine's ideas on topics such as the nature of God, the problem of evil, free will, and the relationship between faith and reason.Overall, Augustine�������s Quest of Wisdom is an in-depth exploration of the life and philosophy of one of the most important figures in Christian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in theology, philosophy, or the history of Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Vernon J. Bourke
ISBN-10: 1436707838
ISBN-13: 9781436707831
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 344
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d