Age Quote by Saint Augustine
“In the Catholic Church, there are many other things which most justly keep me in her bosom. The consent of peoples and nations keeps me in the Church; so does her authority, inaugurated by miracles, nourished by hope, enlarged by love, established by age. The succession of priests keeps me, beginning from the very seat of the Apostle Peter, to whom the Lord, after His resurrection, gave it in charge to feed His sheep (Jn 21:15-19), down to the present episcopate.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "On the Church", 5th century AD
The Church sustains believers through authority, tradition, and communal faith, rooted in apostolic succession.
In simple terms: Church provides spiritual support.
Key Takeaway
Trust in communal faith and tradition.
Themes
faith
authority
tradition
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- community worship
- spiritual guidance
Key Concepts
apostolic succession
miracles
hope
love
age
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of tradition support you?
- How do you reconcile authority with personal belief?
A Different Perspective
Rigid structures may limit personal spiritual exploration.
