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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

In Book Three, Augustine argues that since holy men from scripture receive evil language from God because of their condition, how should the passages with such language be read? (from Book Three)

With sufficient references to historical data.

Both literally and figuratively.

In context with the laws that God is applying to the particular situation.

With the understanding that God's word transcends time, so that spoken directly to holy men can be considered relevant to current settings.

2.

According to Augustine, to whom are commands from Scripture intended? (from Book Three)

Those who live in violation of God's moral standards.

Certain individuals or groups.

Those who can discern signs from things.

Those who reject God's call to action.

3.

What form do these grammar types take? (from Book Three)

Hyperbole, riddle, song, and parable.

Poem, metaphor, sarcasm, and hyperbole.

Prose, poem, dissertation, and story.

Allegory, enigma, parable, and catachresis.

4.

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

Researched and balanced.

Calm, focused, and intelligent.

Spiritual and emotional.

Eloquently delivered oratory.

5.

What comes of loving oneself for reasons other than that which Augustine specified? (from Book One)

It will prevent one from enjoying things of God.

It leads to destruction.

It will result in loss of special gifts.

It will inhibit the ability to hear God's guiding.

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