10 - Eschatology Flashcards
What does the bible suggest about the end of time
The bible suggests that the end of time will be signalled by a cosmic disaster and after this Jesus will come to judge the whole of creation
What is death
- death is a transition to a new phase of life
- death is not something to fear because it is the start of eternal life without the limitations of earthly body
What is judgement
- catholics believe that after they die they will be judged by God
- God will consider everything they have done in their lifetime
- moment of truth when people have to accept responsibility for all their actions
What is heaven
- if people are judged favourably and able to accept God, they will be entered into heaven
- state of eternal happiness in the presence of God
- in heaven, gods love removes all worries
What is hell
- if people are judged unfavourably and not able to accept God, they will be sent to hell
- place of seperation to God and eternal suffering
What does the parable of the rich man and lazarus say
Tells the story of a rich man who had everything in life but never gave anything to the poor. A homeless man who lay on the gates to his house represents the poor. And then when they die, the rich goes to hell and the poor goes to heaven
What does the rich man and lazarus parable mean
Teaches christians about the nature of heaven and hell and also what type of actions and behaviour result in someone being sent where they go
Why is someone sent to purgatory
Catholics believe that when people are judged before God, many want to accept the offering of heaven. But many are overwhelmed by the presence of God and it makes people ashamed. Even though God forgives them, they still want to make it up to God. Therefore, they are sent to purgatory where they are cleansed of their sins so the person can feel happy in the presence of God
What is particular judgement
- happens immediately after a person dies
- when God judges someone on individual basis and they are sent to heaven hell or purgstory
What is final judgement
Happens at the end of time. Christ will come in all it’s glory and judge the whole of creation
2 ways michalengelos last judgement depicts the last judgement
- All people are naked - shows people are equal in death
- people are rising from graves showing all people will be raised up for judgement on the last day
Symbolism found in paining (michaelangelos last judgement)
- big book of people in hell small in heaven, shows people shouldn’t assume they are going to heaven
Why and when does the anointing of the sick take place
When a person is seriously ill, facing a major operation or showing signgs of weakeness of old age. Gives physical and spiritual strength
2 events that occur during anointing the sick
- priest sprinkles room and person with holy water as it reminds them of baptism
- the sick person will confess their sins to the priest
What is the commendation of the dying
Short service that is centred around the reception of the dying person’s last communion