Morality and Christian Asceticism - (Works of Saint Augustine) by Augustine Of Hippo St (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Morality and Christian Asceticism is the 45th volume in the landmark series The Works of Saint Augustine, A Translation for the 21st Century. Morality and Christian Asceticism contains eight of Augustine's writings, presented in chronological order as best as can be determined. Lying (De mendacio), Against Lying (Contra mendacium), The Christian Combat (De agone christiano), The Work of Monks (De opere monachorum), The Advantage of Fasting (De utilitate jejunii), Patience (De patientia), The Care to Be Taken of the Dead (De cura pro mortuis gerenda), and Instructing Beginners in Faith (De catechizandis rudibus).

From the Back Cover

The Works of Saint Augustine, A Translation for the 21st Century is published by New City Press and the Augustinian Heritage Institute and will bring all of Augustine's works into the English language for the first time. To date, 45 of 49 volumes have been published. In addition to offering the best translations in the English-speaking world, each volume offers detailed introductions, extensive critical notes, and both a general and scriptural index.

About the Author

Augustine of Hippo is one of the greatest thinkers and writers in the Western world. After becoming a Christian he was made bishop of Hippo in Africa, where he was influential in civil and church affairs. His more than 100 books, 200 letters, and 500 sermons have left a lasting impact on Western philosophy and culture. His classic and best-selling works include The Confessions, The Trinity, The City of God, and Teaching Christianity.