Bishop of Hippo

The Bishop of Hippo refers to Saint Augustine of Hippo, an influential Christian theologian and bishop in North Africa during the late 4th and early 5th centuries. As a bishop, he led his church community, contributed to theological debates, and wrote extensively on topics like grace, free will, and the nature of God. His writings, especially "Confessions" and "The City of God," have profoundly shaped Western Christianity and philosophy. Augustine’s role as bishop combined spiritual leadership with intellectual influence, helping to define core doctrines of original sin and just war theory, making him a pivotal figure in church history.