Augustine Definitions Flashcards
Manichaeism
Religious or philosophical dualism
Imago dei
In the image of God
Concordia
Harmony/peace
The fall
The story of Adam and Eve falling from gods grace
Pre-lapsarian world
Before the fall
Post-lapsarian world
After the fall
Platonic friendship/love
Intimate + affectionate but not sexual
Original sin
Sin inherited from the actions of Adam and Eve and disconnection from god
Divided/paradoxical will
Know what is right but pulled to do wrong
Akrasia
State of mind in which someone acts against their better judgement due to weakness of will or lack of self-control
Concupiscence
Appetites + desire for worldly things, including sexual desire
Cupiditas
The love of impermanent, changeable earthly things and selfish needs
Caritas
Generous love of others + an expression of the will of god
Letter to the romans
Letter in which Paul explains his views on humanities temptation to sin
Salvation
Being saved from sin + it’s consequences
