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Monica

c. 332 – 387 · b. Thagaste
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Mother of Augustine of Hippo. Devout Christian whose persistent prayers Augustine credits with his conversion.

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Common questions

Who was Monica?
Monica (332–387) — Mother of Augustine of Hippo. Devout Christian whose persistent prayers Augustine credits with his conversion.
Who did Monica teach?
Augustine of Hippo.

Sources for biography

  • Augustine, Confessions 3, 6, 9 primary

documented connections(1)

  • taught by (incoming) Augustine of Hippo
    Augustine credits his mother Monica with persistent influence toward his conversion.
    Augustine, Confessions 3.11-12, 9.8-13

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