On Christian Doctrine Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What does Augustine claim to be the central law of love and the message of Christianity? (from Book One)

That one should find illuminated truth to love God and thy neighbor.

That one thing that is illuminated truth is loving God and then thy neighbor.

That one should love God and love thy neighbor.

That the one illuminated truth is to love thy neighbor who loves God.

2.

Why does Augustine claim this knowledge is required to understand what Scripture teaches? (from Book Two)

Because knowing the demands of the law of Israel helps to understand the freedom that Christians have through the atoning death of Christ.

Because knowing the language, culture, and settings of the Scriptural record guides in making correct interpretations of Scripture.

Because knowing the history of Israel and the prophecies concerning Christ makes a full connection between Israelite and Christian Scriptures.

Because knowing the dietary and moral laws of the Nazarites aids in understanding the life and miracles of Christ.

3.

What tool should pastors or speakers use occasionally to communicate the principles of Scripture to ordinary persons, as stated in Book Four? (from Book Four)

Graphic illustrations.

Summaries of Scripture in common language.

Colloquial phrases.

The parables of Christ.

4.

What important understanding must the student of scripture possess, as stated in Book Two? (from Book Two)

His/her self love can interfere with his ability to use his inner eye.

He/she must understand that covetousness will disrupt the community.

His/her own depravity and that he loves temporal things too much.

He/she must understand that knowing how to use signs can lead to abusing signs.

5.

What are the three things Augustine identifies as how God inspires His children? (from Book One)

The promise of His return, His illuminated truths, and signs.

His illuminated truths, special gifts, and signs.

Signs, things, and enjoyment.

His death, resurrection, and promise of return.

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