Saint Augustine

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This grand sculpture, masterfully crafted by a skilled artisan from Lombardy, portrays Saint Augustine in majestic detail. Conceived at the close of the 13th century to adorn the Church of Sant'Agostino, this magnificent work of art bears witness to the enduring legacy of its patron saint. Saint Augustine of Hippo, born on November 13, 354 AD and passing into eternity on August 28, 430 AD, was a towering figure in Roman Africa, whose profound writings continue to shape Western Christianity and philosophy. As the bishop of Hippo Regius in northwestern Africa, he left an indelible mark on the Church Fathers of Western Christianity, his contributions during the Patristic Period remaining unparalleled. Among his most celebrated works are The City of God, De doctrina Christiana, and Confessions, testaments to his unwavering devotion to the faith. The sculpture was generously donated by the Banca Popolare Cooperativa di Padova in 1899, a gesture that has ensured its preservation for future generations to admire and appreciate.