Study Guide: Augustine’s Confessions and the Gospel of John

These flashcards cover key concepts, terms, and themes from Augustine's Confessions and the Gospel of John as provided in the lecture notes.

Tolle lege

Latin phrase meaning 'Take up and read'.

Neoplatonic Ascent

The spiritual journey of rising to the immaterial God.

Miracle vs. Sign

Distinction where signs reveal deeper identity.

Dilemma of Life/Death

Concept that sin leads to corruption.

Children of God

Referenced in John 1, 3, 19, 20; related to Augustine’s idea of rebirth.

New Temple

Refers to Jesus’ body and the believers as God dwelling in humanity.

Bios/Zoe

Distinction between earthly life (Bios) and divine life (Zoe).

Beloved Disciple

Represents the ideal witness in the Gospel of John.

Four-Step Sign

A process consisting of problem, action, misunderstanding, and revelation.

Image of God

Restores humanity’s connection to God through Christ.