Church and Authority in Saint Augustine's Thought

Saint Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD), one of the most influential figures in the history of Western Christianity, presents a theological framework that remains foundational to Christian thought, particularly in matters of Church and authority. His vast intellectual legacy includes contributions to biblical exegesis, philosophy, ecclesiology, and ethics. As bishop of Hippo Regius, Augustine was at the heart of the Church's administration during a period of profound transformation, as the Ro...