Date of Award
7-2018
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
English
Program
English (MA)
First Advisor/Chairperson
Dr. Lynn Domina
Abstract
The concepts outlined by St. Augustine show how confessional writing leads to breaking the bonds that trap people in negativity, self-doubt, hurt, depression, grief, despair, and shame. His writing journeys through breaking the barriers pride placed on him while working to show how those barriers came into place. This thesis analyzes Augustine’s confessions through the lens of humility to show how Augustine’s revelations do more than bridge the gap between saint and sinner. They speak to the capacity of humility to define the individual in honest and practical ways. Augustine, along with many other saints and scholars of humility, holds a common appreciation for the truth that humility reveals about the human self.
Recommended Citation
Maurer, Catherine, "Healing through Humility: An Examination of Augustine's Confessions" (2018). All NMU Master's Theses. 561.
https://commons.nmu.edu/theses/561
Access Type
Open Access