Augustine: City of God•Grade 8•dialectic Stage
The Two Cities
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Comprehension
Identifies the two cities: earthly city and heavenly city
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Cause & Consequence
Explains why the heavenly city obeys earthly laws (for the sake of peace)
3
Meaning
Connects to the idea that secular power is inherently limited
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Defense
Identifies what is strongest about the counterargument
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