Agustine Flashcards
who was St Augustine?
early christian philosopher whose writings influenced the development of western Christianity
Genesis?
the first book of the old testement dealing with the creation and the fall of man
the confessions?
name of an autobiographical work consisting of 13 books by St Augustine, written in Latin in 397 and 400 AD
the city of God?
a book writen by Augustine in response to allegations that Christianity brought about the decline of the Roman empire
human nature?
the general psychological characteristics,feelings and behavioral traits of humankind
the doctrine of the fall?
the belief that when Adam and Eve disobeyed God they fell from perfection and brought evil in a perfect world
rational act?
acting in accordance with reason and logic
original sin?
a St Augstine doctrine that says everyone is born sinful,an urge to do bad things and disobey God
temptation?
the human inclination to sin
concupiscene?
a strong often sexual desire
gods grace?
the free and unmerited favor of God
summum bonum?
a latin expression meaning the highest God
what phrase describes selfish desire or love of worldly things?
cupiditas
what phrase describes generous love for others?
caritas
