Confessions
Confessions, IX
How does Augustine describe his mother, Monnica
How does Augustine describe his mother, Monnica
Augustine recounts much of Monica's life, including her brush with alcoholism as a girl and her extremely conservative views on marriage. She had borne the pain of a difficult and philandering husband, but had done so calmly because she considered the marriage contract to be binding. He praises her mildness and the mercy she showed to all those around her.