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August 28 · Memorial · White

St Augustine

(354–430) Bishop of Hippo and one of the four Latin Doctors. The Confessions is the first true autobiography; the City of God reshaped Christian political thought. 'You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you.'

When is the feast of St Augustine?

The feast is celebrated on August 28 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Augustine?

The feast of St Augustine is celebrated on August 28 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Augustine?

(354–430) Bishop of Hippo and one of the four Latin Doctors. The Confessions is the first true autobiography; the City of God reshaped Christian political thought. 'You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in…

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