On Christian Doctrine Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the significance of Augustine recommending mastery of so many fields in Book Two? (from Book Two)

Broad knowledge helps exercise the inner eye.

Learning all that God has put before the student through all history helps the student better know the mind of God.

Broad knowledge is needed to properly interpret Scripture.

Attempting to absorb so much information exercises the mind and helps the student find their special gift.

2.

What are the mix of subjects that Augustine emphasizes in his education? (from Book Two)

The history of the Pentateuch, the laws of prophets, and the writings of the Minor Prophets.

Dietary law, moral law, laws of separation and laws of exclusion.

Rhetoric, philosophy, logic, botany, astronomy, languages and history.

Mosaic Law, dietary law, Biblical civil law, sacrificial law, and order of the Tabernacle and Temple.

3.

What is the most important step Augustine's students must take to avoid the trap he sees in interpretation? (from Book Three)

Students need to submit themselves to the scrutiny of a wise teacher who can dissuade them from becoming prideful.

Students need to differentiate the love for God from the love for things common among the pagans.

Students need to submit themselves to the process of purging their selfish desires.

Students need to devote themselves to studying the subjects Augustine recommended in Book Two.

4.

What are the two categories of signs Augustine identifies in Book Two? (from Book Two)

Signs that are things and signs that are words.

Natural signs and given signs.

Signs that are given through special gifts and signs that are given through angels.

Signs that can be used and signs that can be enjoyed.

5.

What type of delivery does Augustine believe rightly interpreted Scripture deserve? (from Book Four)

Researched and balanced.

Spiritual and emotional.

Eloquently delivered oratory.

Calm, focused, and intelligent.

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