Confessions of Saint Augustine

By: Saint Augustine

Narrated by: Simon Vance

Saint Augustine's contributions to Christian theology are second to no other post-apostolic author in the whole sweep of church history. Yet along side his doctrinal treatises, Augustine tells a story of his life devoted to Christ as his only satisfaction. The Confessions is at once the Autobiographical account of Augustine's life of Christian faith and at the same time a compelling theology of Christian spirituality for everyone. Among the most important classics in Western literature, it continues to engage modern listeners through Augustine's timeless and beautiful prose. Augustine's Confessions is a book to relish the first time through and then profoundly enjoy over a lifetime of revisiting.

This accessible and accurate translation of The Confessions comes alive with Simon Vance’s narration. Vance is an award-winning audiobook narrator with hundreds of titles to his credit, including classics by Charles Dickens, H. G. Wells, and Robert Louis Stevenson.

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Positive and humbling

These confessions are very much dated yet there's a timelessness to them due to human nature and the challenges that exists in the lives of every person. I connected with St Augustine on many of his points but I was not as moved by these musings as I had hoped to be, based on the recommendation of an author with whom I have tremendous respect.

Inspiring honest reflections and prayer

An intimate sharing of St Augustine’s thoughts and prayer to God of his life experiences - from rebellion to repentence and redemption of his gifts for God’s glory. I am moved by the posture of reverence and worship that he undertakes in his meditations - and also his vulnerability to plunge the depths of his depravity without God.

Masterpiece

An important book in our spiritual inheritance. Praise God. Such an amazing translation. I highly recommend reading this book.

captivating

The confessions of Saint Augustine is very well written, relatable, and has rich biblical quotes.

The more you hear it the better gets

It's a good book it's what you would expect something interesting from st. Agustin very spiritual very meaningful a prospective GOD creation love

An educational and edifying book !!!

An Educational and edifying experience. this is not an easy book to read or listen to, but one that will enlarge our apprehension of historical Christianity and provide insight into the self analysis in the light of the revealed truth of the word of God. the insight and profundity of the author are stunning .

Seminal<br /><br />

Well read and sympathetic with authoral intent. Augustine at his best. A great blessing. Lovely.

The Confessions and Philosophy of St. Augustine

What did you love best about The Confessions of St. Augustine?

Augustine's personal accounts of his struggles with desire and his coming to the faith have wonderful lessons for any Christian protestant or catholic.

What about Simon Vance’s performance did you like?

To tell the truth I've attempted several times to sit down and read The Confessions, but always found myself unable to process the language. Mr Vance actually succeeds in making the language sound natural and easy to follow. I found myself easily comprehending and actually enjoying this archaic language. Fantastic performance!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Augustine isn't shy about sharing his heart with the reader, I found myself sympathizing with him, even crying sometimes as his accounts inspired remembrances of my own failures.

Any additional comments?

The Confessions, in addition to being an account of Augustine's life and conversion, is also at times a philosophical treatise. Because of this, some parts may be difficult to follow while driving.

Superb!

A classic work of theology, read by one of the finest narrators out there. There is nothing to not like here.

Better than I imagined!

I've been wanting to read this book for years and never considered listening to it in audiobook format. Really glad I did! It's narration really allows for deep contemplation of the ideas it presents. You can pause, give it some thought, jot down some notes and proceed.