Theology I: Divine Revelation

Divine Revelation

• La Consolacion University Philippines aims to uphold the values established by its foundresses, Mo. Rita and Venerable Mo. Consuelo, fostering a community focused on truth and knowledge.

Life of St. Augustine

• St. Augustine of Hippo, born November 13, 354 AD in Tagaste (modern-day Algeria), is a significant Christian theologian and philosopher.
• His mother, Monica, was a devout Christian, deeply influencing Augustine's eventual conversion; his father, Patricius, converted on his deathbed.
• Augustine's early life included a hedonistic lifestyle, prioritizing pleasure and intellectual pursuits.

Key Relationships

• Augustine had a long-term partner, unnamed, with whom he had a son named Adeodatus, meaning "given by God." Augustine loved him dearly.
• Augustine corresponded with his sister, the leader of a religious community, but her influence on him was less documented than his mother's.

Conversion and Theology

• Augustine converted to Christianity at 31, greatly influenced by Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, who was known for his powerful and beautiful preaching.
• He became Bishop of Hippo Regius (modern-day Annaba, Algeria) in 395 AD and served until his death in 430 AD.

Major Works

• The Confessions: An autobiographical reflection on Augustine's early life and conversion; considered one of the earliest autobiographies, shaping the literary genre.
• On the Trinity: Discusses the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, emphasizing the equality of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
• Handbook on Faith, Hope, and Love: A concise guide addressing the three theological virtues, written in response to a request for a summary of Christian teachings.
• On Christian Doctrine: A comprehensive guide for interpreting Scripture, aimed at aiding Christians in understanding and communicating their faith effectively.
• City of God: Addresses the crisis of faith during the fall of Rome, countering accusations that Christianity led to its decline.

Core Values Influenced by St. Augustine

• Compassion: An outpouring of God's love, highlighting the importance of care for others.
• Courage: Standing firm in faith despite fear and opposition.
• Community-oriented: Emphasizes the necessity of community for Christian living.
• Humility: Understanding pride diminishes the recognition of true humility.
• Interiority: Seeking God leads to self-discovery.
• Missionary-Spirit: The act of love manifests through service and compassionate action.

Intellectual Contributions

• Engaged with various philosophical schools, including Manichaeism (a dualistic religion) and Neoplatonism (which posits all existence derivation from a singular source).
• Accepted the doctrine of original sin, influencing Western Christianity and significantly shaping theological thought.

Legacy

• Augustine's ideas deeply affected later theologians, including Thomas Aquinas and Martin Luther, particularly concerning original sin and human nature's corruption.
• His views laid the groundwork for future discussions on the relationship between divine grace and human morality.

Explore the concepts of Divine Revelation in Theology I. This quiz delves into the importance of faith, wisdom, and the community as envisioned by the foundresses of La Consolacion University Philippines. Understand how these principles guide the search for truth and promote a scholarly environment.