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The Augustine Library

The Augustine Library

Written by: Saint Augustine of Hippo
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Late have I loved the treasures of wisdom long set down in books, and here they are read again for all who seek. The Augustine Library is a place for the attentive soul: where words are not hurried, but heard; where truth is sought through confession, reflection, and the longing for God. Enter, then, and listen - not merely with the ear of the body, but with the ear of the heart.Public domain Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • The City of God Book I Preface and Chapters 1-15

    The City of God Book I Preface and Chapters 1-15
    Jul 17 2026
    In which the sacred contrast between the eternal city of God and the earthly city is drawn forth amid the recent tribulations of Rome, revealing how the merciful intercession of Christ’s name preserved many even under the barbarians' hand, a compassion unheard of in the customary cruelties of war. And in this light, the faithful are admonished to view temporal losses and sufferings as a divine discipline, wherein the soul’s steadfastness and purity are tested, virtue shines amid adversity, and true treasure lies not in fleeting earthly wealth but in the enduring riches of faith.
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    47 mins
  • Of Holy Virginity Paragraphs 42-57

    Of Holy Virginity Paragraphs 42-57
    Jul 16 2026
    In which the gift of virginity is shown to be sustained not by personal merit but by divine grace, calling for humble recognition of God’s unchanging providence and constant aid in obedience and repentance. Thus, virgins are urged to practise true humility, beware pride, and faithfully follow the gentle Lamb with love, mindful always that perfection is veiled until tested by trial, and that charity alone guards and sanctifies their chosen path.
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    28 mins
  • Of Holy Virginity Paragraphs 30-41

    Of Holy Virginity Paragraphs 30-41
    Jul 15 2026
    In which the sacred practice of perpetual virginity is extolled as a voluntary and surpassing gift, calling not for compulsion but for humble perseverance and profound self-mastery in charity and chastity. And as this holy undertaking is illumined by the example of Christ’s meekness and the call to humility, it cautions the faithful against pride, urging a vigilant fear of the Lord that fosters true love and steadfast devotion.
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    29 mins
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