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Saint Augustine of Hippo first works his way through the Creed, and then the Lord's Prayer as recorded by Matthew, ending with the sacraments. This is a colossal work in one small volume. Written as a favor for a friend, this "little work" is a wonderful explanation of the Christian faith: a true catechism from which, throughout the history of the church, other catechisms have drawn and learned. The Bishop of Hippo organized the content according to the three graces necessary for the Christian worship of God: Faith, Hope and Love.

Augustine of Hippo is one of the greatest thinkers and writers in the Western world. After becoming a Christian he was made bishop of Hippo in Africa, where he was influential in civil and church affairs. His more than 100 books, 200 letters and 500 sermons have left a lasting impact on Western philosophy and culture.

This long-awaited translation by William Babcock is published in two volumes. Books 11-22 offer Augustines Christian view of history, including his view of human destiny. The INDEX for both volumes is contained in this 2nd volume. This lucid translation of Augustines complicated Latin text, complemented by an expert introduction and helpful notes, is a remarkable achievement indeed. A new jewel in the crown of an already famous series that is highly appreciated worldwide. -- Johannes van Oort, Editor of Vigiliae Christianae and author of Jerusalem and Babylon. All will be grateful to William Babcock for his new subheadings and summaries, which trace the articulations of Augustines carefully connected argument. Babcocks long reflection and deep understanding, expressed in his outstanding Introduction, shape every sentence of this clear and thoughtful translation. -- Gillian Clark, Professor Emerita, University of Bristol; Co-editor, Oxford Early Christian Studies

In the first seven books Augustine searches the scriptures for clues to understanding the Trinity and then defends the orthodox statement of the doctrine against the Arians. In the last eight books Augustine seeks to understand the mystery of the divine Trinity by observing an analogous trinity in the image of God, which is the human mind; and in so doing, he also suggests a program for the serious Christian of spiritual self-discovery and renewal.

The Works of Saint Augustine, A Translation for the 21st Century is published by New City Press and the Augustinian Heritage Institute and will bring all of Augustine's works into the English language for the first time. To date, 45 of 49 volumes have been published. In addition to offering the best translations in the English-speaking world, each volume offers detailed introductions, extensive critical notes, and both a general and scriptural index.