Unit G Flashcards
What is the definition of love, Eros, Philla, and Agape
Love: commitment to another’s well being
Eros: sensual love (joy and pleasure from the senses)
Philla: mutual love (care, concern, and compassion)
Agape: unconditional love (acceptance and assistance of another expecting no repayment)
What did Jesus teach about love
That love for god is interconnected with love for others
What is the greatest expression of love
Self sacrifice
What does the first letter of John talk about?
Love, especially gods love for us. Johns understanding was that Christian’s are given the ability to love others because god extended love towards us first
What is the definition of patience and endurance?
Patience: waiting calmly or with out complaint
Endurance: ability to withstand prolonged strain
Love can be connected to what other word
Love can be connected to patience
“Love is patience”
Does our current culture encourage patience and endurance
No, because of social media especially our brains get tired of things very quickly
Does our current culture encourage patience and endurance
No, because of social media especially our brains get tired of things very quickly
What is the concept of patience and relationship
Patience is important to a relationship because it gives the other person space to be themeselbes and it does not insist on the person changing. Being pariont with someone does not mean being tolerant of harmful behaviour
What did st Augustine say
Patience is the companion of wisdom
What are the four directions of Christian life
- faith to god
- service to others
- love to others
- patience and endurance to yourself
