“... at the beginning of the human race the woman was made of a rib taken from the side of the man while he slept; for it seemed fit that even then Christ and His Church should be foreshadowed in this event. For that sleep of the man was the death of Christ, whose side, as He hung lifeless upon the Cross, was pierced with a spear, and there flowed from it blood and water, and these we know to be the sacraments by which the Church is built up.”
Quote by Saint Augustine
Work
Saint Augustine of Hippo Collection [50 Books]
The Saint Augustine of Hippo Collection is a comprehensive compilation of the works of one of the most influential figures in the history of Christian thought. It features his seminal works such as 'Confessions,' 'City of God,' and 'On the Trinity,' offering readers a deep insight into his philosophical and theological perspectives. more
Author
Saint Augustine
Saint Augustine, born on November 13, 354 in Tagaste, North Africa, and died on August 28, 430, was an influential Christian theologian, philosopher, and writer. He is considered one of the 'Fathers of the Church' and had a profound impact on Christian theology, philosophy, and Latin literature. His work 'Confessions' is a classic of Western literature, and his thoughts have had a lasting influence on Christian doctrine and Western culture. more
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