The City of God -Augustine – Flashcards
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Brief summary of City of God?
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There are 2 cities, City of God and City of Man; those who worship God (Christians) can live in both realms. Romans were trying to convert to Christianity, but the people were blaming the new adopted religion for any negative events
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Describe The City of Man?
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The Earth and physical creation; what is visible to mankind; Earthly Love= becomes selfish when we don't use earthly things for what they are (SHOULD be used as service to Him)
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Describe The City of God
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Heaven, what is invisible to mankind; perfectly ordered and harmonious Heavenly love=all encompacing balanced love
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What is "ordo amoris"?
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ordo amoris= ordered/well-balanced love Achieved when we use material things as tools (un-attachment)
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The realms co-exist?
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City of man cannot exist without City of God;
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The Communion of Saints?
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People who are Christians (bridge the 2 realms)
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Importance of Grace?
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Grace is offered in City of Man; It is needed to show our humility and to give us reasoning
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The 3 Parts of Philosophy?
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Appetite: Natural Philosophy (study of nature/creation) Will: Moral Philosophy (what we do/don't do- rule of living) Reason: Rational Philosophy (study of mind/logic- rule of thinking)
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What is didactic wisdom?
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didactic wisdom=direct instruction
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Why are the two cities relevant in this time period?
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Christians are obsessed with conquering; want to convert all to Christians to live in both realms...
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How do the 3 Parts Philosophy relate to Platonism?
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Appetites= City of Man Reason= what we use to gain wisdom
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2 Avenues of Wisdom? (Relate to other texts)
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1) Action 2) Contemplation Relates to: Gita (Arjuna), Dao (wu-wei), Eccleciasties (discernment on when to act) (seasons), Cicero (what your mind dwells on) Sermon on the Mount (what's your treasure)
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Augustine virtues
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Wisdom, justice, courage, moderation (4 Greek virtues) & (Faith, Hope, Love) expressed in the Enchiridion
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How is the City of God identified on Earth?
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Shown by people on Earth who are characterized by Piety by showing Faith, Hope, and Love
