Bible translations
What language was the Vulgate in?
What was St. Jerome's job?
He was a monk
In what year did St. Jerome translate the bible?
405 AD
The Barbarians and Vikings lived during what time period?
The Middle Ages
Who baptized St. Augustine?
St. Ambrose
Why did the New Testament come to us in Greek?
It was the language of the people
Why did St. Jerome translate the Bible?
The original Latin translation was not done well.
around 200 B.C.
Describe the viking homes using 2 details
long houses, fireplace in the middle of the home, long benches, weapons, bed for the family, dirt floors, etc.
What did Augustine believe about people when they were born?
They were born sinful.
The Hebrew OLD TESTAMENT was translated into what language?
Greek
Copying the Bible and other important books
In what year did St. Augustine convert to Christianity?
386 A.D.
What religion became popular in Europe towards the end of the Viking Age?
Christianity
Describe Augustine's life before he became a Christian.
He was a wild young man; he studied many different philosophies and religions
What does the word "vulgate" mean?
common, ordinary language
Where did St. Jerome live?
In a cave near Bethlehem
In what year was St. Augustine baptized?
387 A.D.
What was the name of the Viking who started a settlement in North America?
Lief Eriksson
Name the 2 books Augustine wrote that we studied.
Why is the job of Bible Translator important?
People need to be able to read the Bible in their own language and the translations need to be accurate!
Why was St. Jerome qualified to translate the Bible?
He was a scholar - he was very smart and understood both languages well
What are the dates for the Barbarian and Viking invasions?
approximately 400-1000 A.D.
What caused the end of the rule of Barbarians and Vikings?
The Fall of Constantinople to Mohammed the II
What group of Christians demanded a pure church?
The Donatists