Confessions Terms

Manicheism was a popular religion that originated with the teachings of Mani in Persia in the 200s. Followers of Manicheism, known as Manichees, spread rapidly across the Roman Empire and took root as far east… read analysis of Manicheism

A catechumen is a candidate for Christian baptism. Catechumens underwent a period of instruction that usually lasted a couple of years and then joined the church. However, in Augustine’s day, it wasn’t unheard of… read analysis of Catechumen

Concupiscence is a moral weakness or distortion of the soul’s desires that leads a person to sin even when they don’t consciously intend to sin. Augustine mentions concupiscence as a condition that binds his soul… read analysis of Concupiscence