THE LIFE, TIMES AND WORKS OF AURELIUS AUGUSTINE

Abstract

This work studied the life, times and works of Saint Augustine. It began from his youth days- his primary, secondary and university day, his search for the truth and eventual conversion to Christinity, his profound contemplation, his priestly days and ascension to the episcopate, his words and last days. His various accomplishments and experiences has led to his being called the Doctor of Grace, one of the greatest of the Fathers and Doctors of the Church. He is the Patron saint of brewers, theologians, printers, sore eyes, Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut; Diocese of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Diocese of Superior, Wisconsin; Diocese of Tucson, Arizon. His symbols in art are a child, pen, dove and shell.