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What was the real name of St. Augustine?
What was the real name of St. Augustine?
- Augustine Aurelius
- Aurelius Augustinus (correct)
- Augustus Aurelius
- Marcus Augustine
What year was St. Augustine born?
What year was St. Augustine born?
- 362 AD
- 354 AD (correct)
- 350 AD
- 360 AD
In which location did St. Augustine grow up?
In which location did St. Augustine grow up?
- Madaura
- Hippo
- Carthage
- Thagaste (correct)
Who was St. Augustine's mother?
Who was St. Augustine's mother?
What was St. Augustine's attitude towards arithmetic and Greek during his childhood?
What was St. Augustine's attitude towards arithmetic and Greek during his childhood?
Who was the wealthy friend that helped St. Augustine in his studies in Carthage?
Who was the wealthy friend that helped St. Augustine in his studies in Carthage?
What sin did St. Augustine accuse himself of regarding the pear tree?
What sin did St. Augustine accuse himself of regarding the pear tree?
What was the profession of St. Augustine's father?
What was the profession of St. Augustine's father?
At what age did Augustine die?
At what age did Augustine die?
In which year did Augustine experience his spiritual conversion?
In which year did Augustine experience his spiritual conversion?
Who baptized Augustine in 387 AD?
Who baptized Augustine in 387 AD?
What event is associated with the year 390 AD in Augustine's life?
What event is associated with the year 390 AD in Augustine's life?
Which of the following actions did Augustine take as Bishop of Hippo?
Which of the following actions did Augustine take as Bishop of Hippo?
In which year did Augustine write The Confessions?
In which year did Augustine write The Confessions?
How was Augustine canonized?
How was Augustine canonized?
What is Augustine the patron saint of?
What is Augustine the patron saint of?
Who recognized Augustine as a Doctor of the Church?
Who recognized Augustine as a Doctor of the Church?
What was the age of Augustine when he became the Bishop of Hippo?
What was the age of Augustine when he became the Bishop of Hippo?
What significant literary work did Augustine complete in 413 AD?
What significant literary work did Augustine complete in 413 AD?
What year was Ezekiel Moreno ordained a priest?
What year was Ezekiel Moreno ordained a priest?
In which location did Ezekiel Moreno serve as the first Vicar Apostolic?
In which location did Ezekiel Moreno serve as the first Vicar Apostolic?
What is the feast day of Ezekiel Moreno?
What is the feast day of Ezekiel Moreno?
Which Pope canonized Ezekiel Moreno?
Which Pope canonized Ezekiel Moreno?
What significant event occurred in Augustine's life in 372 AD?
What significant event occurred in Augustine's life in 372 AD?
What specific illness led to Ezekiel Moreno's return to Spain in 1906?
What specific illness led to Ezekiel Moreno's return to Spain in 1906?
How did Augustine's reading of Hortensius influence his career path?
How did Augustine's reading of Hortensius influence his career path?
Which theological figure greatly influenced St. Fulgentius during his studies?
Which theological figure greatly influenced St. Fulgentius during his studies?
What factor initially prevented Augustine from separating from his concubine?
What factor initially prevented Augustine from separating from his concubine?
Why did Augustine decide to return to Tagaste in 374 AD?
Why did Augustine decide to return to Tagaste in 374 AD?
What prompted Augustine to move to Rome in 383 AD?
What prompted Augustine to move to Rome in 383 AD?
What was Augustine’s reaction to the sermons of Bishop Ambrose in Milan?
What was Augustine’s reaction to the sermons of Bishop Ambrose in Milan?
What was Augustine's relationship status at the time of his conversion in 385 AD?
What was Augustine's relationship status at the time of his conversion in 385 AD?
What role did Patricius, Augustine's father, play at the time of his death?
What role did Patricius, Augustine's father, play at the time of his death?
What was the name of the pseudo-Christian sect that Augustine became associated with during his early years?
What was the name of the pseudo-Christian sect that Augustine became associated with during his early years?
What prompted Augustine to open a school in Carthage after returning in 376 AD?
What prompted Augustine to open a school in Carthage after returning in 376 AD?
What significant action did Thomas of Villanova take upon becoming Archbishop of Valencia?
What significant action did Thomas of Villanova take upon becoming Archbishop of Valencia?
Which educational initiative did Thomas of Villanova establish to improve clergy formation?
Which educational initiative did Thomas of Villanova establish to improve clergy formation?
What was the primary mission of Thomas of Villanova regarding the poor?
What was the primary mission of Thomas of Villanova regarding the poor?
Which title is not associated with Thomas of Villanova?
Which title is not associated with Thomas of Villanova?
In what year was Thomas of Villanova canonized?
In what year was Thomas of Villanova canonized?
What notable feat did Thomas achieve after becoming sick in 1551?
What notable feat did Thomas achieve after becoming sick in 1551?
What was one of Thomas of Villanova's contributions to education?
What was one of Thomas of Villanova's contributions to education?
What was an early action Thomas took in his role as Archbishop of Valencia regarding the wealthy?
What was an early action Thomas took in his role as Archbishop of Valencia regarding the wealthy?
Before becoming an Augustinian priest, what age did Thomas enter the University of Alcalá?
Before becoming an Augustinian priest, what age did Thomas enter the University of Alcalá?
What was the date of Thomas of Villanova's feast day?
What was the date of Thomas of Villanova's feast day?
Study Notes
Life of St. Augustine
- Full name: Aurelius Augustinus
- Born on November 13, 354 AD in Thagaste, Numidia, North Africa
- Died in 430 AD
- Notable titles: Bishop of Hippo, Doctor of the Church
- Mother: Monica (Christian), Father: Patricius (Pagan), Siblings: Navigius and Perpetua
- Relationship history includes a long-term concubinage and a son named Adeodatus, born in 372 AD
Early Life and Education
- Early education marked by disinterest in studies, preferring play over academics
- Stole fruit from a pear tree, reflecting on the nature of sin
- Studied Rhetoric in Madaura, then returned to Thagaste to teach grammar
- Emphasized the importance of Rhetoric for law and public service careers
Adolescence and Philosophical Development
- Fell into Manichaeism, a sect mixing Christian and dualistic beliefs
- Experienced an "intellectual conversion" after reading Cicero's "Hortensius"
- Felt torn between philosophical pursuits and strong sensual desires
Teaching Career and Move to Milan
- Established a school of Rhetoric in Carthage after his best friend's death
- Moved to Rome in search of new opportunities, deceived mother to avoid following
- Became a professor of Rhetoric in Milan
- Influenced by Bishop Ambrose's sermons, leading to a spiritual awakening
Conversion and Baptism
- Spiritual conversion in 386 AD, encouraged by the phrase "Tolle Lege"
- Baptized on April 24, 387 AD by Bishop Ambrose, alongside Adeodatus and Alypius
- Monica, his mother, died that summer
Bishopric and Later Life
- Became Bishop of Hippo in 396 AD
- Advocated for oppressed groups: donatists, prisoners, and orphans
- Founded a monastery in Tagaste after his own conversion
Works and Contributions
- Authored influential theological texts including:
- "The Confessions" (397 AD)
- "On the Trinity" (399 AD)
- "The City of God" (413 AD)
- Compiled over 100 books, 240 letters, and 500+ sermons
- Recognized for profound influence on Christian theology and philosophy
Canonization and Feast Day
- Became a saint by popular acclaim, recognized as a Doctor of the Church in 1298
- Feast day celebrated on August 28
- Patron saint of brewers, printers, theologians, and associated with numerous cities
Notable Augustinian Saints
- St. Thomas of Villanova: Advocate for the poor, established educational institutions, served as Archbishop of Valencia. Feast day on October 10.
- St. Ezekiel Moreno: Focused on missionary work in the Philippines and Colombia, died of cancer in 1906. Feast day on August 19.
- St. Fulgentius: Influenced by St. Augustine, involved in the African Church, served under the Vandals. Feast days on January 1 and 3.
Lasting Legacy
- St. Augustine's teachings continue to shape Christian thought, contributing to discussions on morality, theology, and philosophy. His insights remain relevant in modern theological debates.
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Test your knowledge about St. Augustine, the Bishop of Hippo and Doctor of the Church. This quiz covers key events of his life, his beliefs, and his refutation of heresies. Challenge yourself on what you know about this influential figure in Christianity.
