C.S Lewis - Mere Christianity (Chapters 1 & 2 Quiz)

Who was close friends with CS Lewis?

JRR Tolkein, a Christian.

What caused Lewis to become an atheist?

His mother died of cancer when he was nine years old.

What confirmed Lewis’s atheism?

He was sent as a soldier into World War 1 at age 19.

At age 31, JRR Tolkein made Lewis into what?

A theist

When did Lewis convert to Christianity (back)?

Age 33

How did Lewis feel about his conversion back into Christianity?

“…kicking struggling, and resentful, and darting his eyes in every direction for a chance to escape.”

What is the **Law of Human Nature**?

Our sense of right and wrong that we are born with.

How do the Law of Human Nature and the Law of Nature relate to eachother?

You can disobey the Law of Human Nature, but you cannot disobey the Laws of Nature, like gravity or genetics.

In what way does Lewis talk about moral relativism?

Lewis does not like moral relativism.

What does he say about fairness?

Fairness is only possible if there is a standard of right and wrong.

Is right and wrong a matter of opinion?

No.

Does anyone really keep the Law of Human Nature?

No

What does Lewis say about excuses?

Excuses are proof that we do believe in the Laws of Human Nature. We make excuses to get out of trouble

People who believe in God think what two things?

1. God is beyond good + evil = Pantheism
2. God is good and loving (hates hatred)

What do Pantheists believe about God?

They usually believe that God animates the universe as you animate your body; the universe almost is god -- anything you find in the universe is part of God.

What kind of religion is Christianity?

A “fighting religion”