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“The will is truly free, when it is not the slave of vices and sins.”

Quote by Saint Augustine

Book:The City of God

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The City of God

Written by Saint Augustine, this seminal work delves into the nature of the city, examining the contrast between the earthly city, characterized by sin and corruption, and the heavenly city, which embodies grace and eternal life. The book also addresses the role of the individual within these cities and the ultimate purpose of human existence. more

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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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