The Life of St. Augustine Quiz
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What was the real name of St. Augustine?

  • Augustine Aurelius
  • Aurelius Augustinus (correct)
  • Augustus Aurelius
  • Marcus Augustine

    • What year was St. Augustine born?

  • 362 AD
  • 354 AD (correct)
  • 350 AD
  • 360 AD

    • In which location did St. Augustine grow up?

  • Madaura
  • Hippo
  • Carthage
  • Thagaste (correct)

    • Who was St. Augustine's mother?

    <p>Monica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was St. Augustine's attitude towards arithmetic and Greek during his childhood?

    <p>He disliked both subjects and preferred Latin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the wealthy friend that helped St. Augustine in his studies in Carthage?

    <p>Alypius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sin did St. Augustine accuse himself of regarding the pear tree?

    <p>Destroying it for fun.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the profession of St. Augustine's father?

    <p>Pagan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age did Augustine die?

    <p>51 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Augustine experience his spiritual conversion?

    <p>386 AD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who baptized Augustine in 387 AD?

    <p>Bishop Ambrose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event is associated with the year 390 AD in Augustine's life?

    <p>His son Adeodatus died</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions did Augustine take as Bishop of Hippo?

    <p>Drove out the Donatists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Augustine write The Confessions?

    <p>397 AD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How was Augustine canonized?

    <p>By popular acclaim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Augustine the patron saint of?

    <p>Brewers and theologians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who recognized Augustine as a Doctor of the Church?

    <p>Pope Boniface VIII</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the age of Augustine when he became the Bishop of Hippo?

    <p>42 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant literary work did Augustine complete in 413 AD?

    <p>The City of God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was Ezekiel Moreno ordained a priest?

    <p>1871</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which location did Ezekiel Moreno serve as the first Vicar Apostolic?

    <p>Casanare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the feast day of Ezekiel Moreno?

    <p>August 19</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Pope canonized Ezekiel Moreno?

    <p>Pope John Paul II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred in Augustine's life in 372 AD?

    <p>He had a child named Adeodatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific illness led to Ezekiel Moreno's return to Spain in 1906?

    <p>Cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Augustine's reading of Hortensius influence his career path?

    <p>It prompted him to abandon his legal career</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theological figure greatly influenced St. Fulgentius during his studies?

    <p>St. Augustine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor initially prevented Augustine from separating from his concubine?

    <p>His strong sexual drives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Augustine decide to return to Tagaste in 374 AD?

    <p>To teach grammar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted Augustine to move to Rome in 383 AD?

    <p>To open a school with Alypius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Augustine’s reaction to the sermons of Bishop Ambrose in Milan?

    <p>He became a faithful listener</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Augustine's relationship status at the time of his conversion in 385 AD?

    <p>In a long-term relationship with his concubine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Patricius, Augustine's father, play at the time of his death?

    <p>He died a Christian, prompting Augustine's baptism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the pseudo-Christian sect that Augustine became associated with during his early years?

    <p>Manichaeism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted Augustine to open a school in Carthage after returning in 376 AD?

    <p>The death of his best friend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Thomas of Villanova take upon becoming Archbishop of Valencia?

    <p>He visited every parish to assess community needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which educational initiative did Thomas of Villanova establish to improve clergy formation?

    <p>He started Presentation Seminary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary mission of Thomas of Villanova regarding the poor?

    <p>To provide immediate food and shelter assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which title is not associated with Thomas of Villanova?

    <p>Bishop of Rome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was Thomas of Villanova canonized?

    <p>1658</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What notable feat did Thomas achieve after becoming sick in 1551?

    <p>He distributed all his possessions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Thomas of Villanova's contributions to education?

    <p>He established schools for the young.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was an early action Thomas took in his role as Archbishop of Valencia regarding the wealthy?

    <p>He persuaded them to create a charitable fund.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before becoming an Augustinian priest, what age did Thomas enter the University of Alcalá?

    <p>15</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the date of Thomas of Villanova's feast day?

    <p>October 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Life of St. Augustine

    • Full name: Aurelius Augustinus
    • Born on November 13, 354 AD in Thagaste, Numidia, North Africa
    • Died in 430 AD
    • Notable titles: Bishop of Hippo, Doctor of the Church
    • Mother: Monica (Christian), Father: Patricius (Pagan), Siblings: Navigius and Perpetua
    • Relationship history includes a long-term concubinage and a son named Adeodatus, born in 372 AD

    Early Life and Education

    • Early education marked by disinterest in studies, preferring play over academics
    • Stole fruit from a pear tree, reflecting on the nature of sin
    • Studied Rhetoric in Madaura, then returned to Thagaste to teach grammar
    • Emphasized the importance of Rhetoric for law and public service careers

    Adolescence and Philosophical Development

    • Fell into Manichaeism, a sect mixing Christian and dualistic beliefs
    • Experienced an "intellectual conversion" after reading Cicero's "Hortensius"
    • Felt torn between philosophical pursuits and strong sensual desires

    Teaching Career and Move to Milan

    • Established a school of Rhetoric in Carthage after his best friend's death
    • Moved to Rome in search of new opportunities, deceived mother to avoid following
    • Became a professor of Rhetoric in Milan
    • Influenced by Bishop Ambrose's sermons, leading to a spiritual awakening

    Conversion and Baptism

    • Spiritual conversion in 386 AD, encouraged by the phrase "Tolle Lege"
    • Baptized on April 24, 387 AD by Bishop Ambrose, alongside Adeodatus and Alypius
    • Monica, his mother, died that summer

    Bishopric and Later Life

    • Became Bishop of Hippo in 396 AD
    • Advocated for oppressed groups: donatists, prisoners, and orphans
    • Founded a monastery in Tagaste after his own conversion

    Works and Contributions

    • Authored influential theological texts including:
      • "The Confessions" (397 AD)
      • "On the Trinity" (399 AD)
      • "The City of God" (413 AD)
    • Compiled over 100 books, 240 letters, and 500+ sermons
    • Recognized for profound influence on Christian theology and philosophy

    Canonization and Feast Day

    • Became a saint by popular acclaim, recognized as a Doctor of the Church in 1298
    • Feast day celebrated on August 28
    • Patron saint of brewers, printers, theologians, and associated with numerous cities

    Notable Augustinian Saints

    • St. Thomas of Villanova: Advocate for the poor, established educational institutions, served as Archbishop of Valencia. Feast day on October 10.
    • St. Ezekiel Moreno: Focused on missionary work in the Philippines and Colombia, died of cancer in 1906. Feast day on August 19.
    • St. Fulgentius: Influenced by St. Augustine, involved in the African Church, served under the Vandals. Feast days on January 1 and 3.

    Lasting Legacy

    • St. Augustine's teachings continue to shape Christian thought, contributing to discussions on morality, theology, and philosophy. His insights remain relevant in modern theological debates.

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    Test your knowledge about St. Augustine, the Bishop of Hippo and Doctor of the Church. This quiz covers key events of his life, his beliefs, and his refutation of heresies. Challenge yourself on what you know about this influential figure in Christianity.

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