Why does Pope Leo XIV call himself a "Son of Saint Augustine"?

From the moment Pope Leo XIV was elected, he introduced himself as a "son of Saint Augustine." But what exactly does that mean? In I Am a Son of Saint Augustine: Pope Leo XIV on His Favorite Saint, you will find a unique collection of Pope Leo XIV's writings revealing the direct impact of Saint Augustine on his life. Get the new book at https://book.wordonfire.org/son-of-augustine. GET THE NEW BOOK With material from before and after his election to the papacy, this book includes reflections and excerpts from Pope Leo XIV's homilies, speeches, and early audiences as pope—all showing how his life has been influenced by the thought and spirituality of Saint Augustine. Come to know Pope Leo XIV through the lens of his favorite saint: https://book.wordonfire.org/son-of-augustine. Word on Fire Catholic Ministries, PO Box 97330, Washington, DC 20090-7330, United States Manage Your Email Preferences .